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The Lagos State Government has cancelled the 2025 edition of the Greater Lagos Fiesta, scheduled for today, December 31, 2025, and urged residents to use the period for prayers.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced the decision in a statement issued on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile.
According to the statement, Sanwo-Olu directed that, in place of the Greater Lagos Fiesta, also known as Countdown 2026, Lagosians should spend time in private prayer for the nation, Lagos State, and its people.
Sanwo-Olu urged residents to pray for continued prosperity, leadership, peace, productivity and general well-being.
He said the coming year holds promise for both Lagos State and Nigeria and wished residents a happy and prosperous 2026.
The Governor also enjoined Lagosians to continue living in peace and harmony.
“On behalf of my family, I wish every resident of our dear State a happy and prosperous new year,” Governor Sanwo-Olu said.
“I want to assure you all that the year 2026 will be a better year for us in the State, as our administration is determined to work twice as hard to deliver the good for the residents of the State.”
