OTEDOLA BRIDGE, LAGOS TANKER FIRE PUT-OFF, TRAFFIC RESTORED. (PHOTO).

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 OTEDOLA BRIDGE, LAGOS TANKER FIRE PUT-OFF, TRAFFIC RESTORED Traffic flow along the Otedola Bridge corridor in Lagos has been restored following effort to put out  a fire involving a fallen tanker carrying thirty-three thousand litres of diesel. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, LASEMA, confirmed that two adult males who sustained second- and third-degree burns in the incident were evacuated for further medical treatment. In a statement, the agency’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Olufemi Damilola Oke-Osanyintolu, said the fire was extinguished through the coordinated efforts of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, LASEMA Response Team, Federal Road Safety Corps, Lagos State Traffic Management Authority and Lagos State Ambulance Service. He added that the victims received immediate medical attention at the scene before being transported for further treatment. LASEMA disclosed that dampening-down operations were eighty per cent complete at the time of filing this repor...
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2026 ISESE DAY: LASG, AATREN HOST ONE-DAY SEMINAR. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 2026 ISESE DAY: LASG, AATREN HOST ONE-DAY SEMINAR


The Lagos State Council for Arts and Culture (LSCAC), in collaboration with the Association of African Traditional Religion of Nigeria and Overseas (AATREN), successfully hosted a landmark 2026 one-day seminar on the theme “The Role of Nigeria in World Culture Development”, held recently at Akowanjo Playing Ground, Ajako Bus Stop, Shasha, Alimosho, Lagos. The seminar served as a key preparatory event for the forthcoming Isese Day celebration.


Representing the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, the Director of Administration and CEO of LSCAC, Mr. Idowu Johnson, urged members of AATREN to portray African Traditional Religion in a positive and exemplary manner to the public, particularly to younger generations. He emphasised the importance of involving children in cultural events to ensure continuity and coexistence of traditional practices, reiterating the government’s commitment to supporting religious groups across the state.


The seminar underscored the Lagos State Government’s dedication to promoting indigenous culture, fostering religious inclusivity, and encouraging intergenerational dialogue. It provided a platform for unity among practitioners and stakeholders of African Traditional Religion while reinforcing peaceful coexistence and respect for religious diversity.


The lecture delivered by Chief Otunba Lekan Ajirotutu (Otunba Gbasaniyi of Mushin Land) highlighted Nigeria’s Role in World Culture and Heritage Development - a theme that speaks directly to our identity and our collective responsibility. Nigeria is a nation blessed with extraordinary diversity. Our languages, traditions, festivals, and spiritual practices form a cultural mosaic admired across the globe. 


From the rhythms of Yoruba drumming to the artistry of Nok terracotta, from the wisdom embedded in our traditional religions to the vibrancy of our contemporary creativity, Nigeria has consistently enriched the global heritage landscape.


Chief Ajirotutu emphasised the impact of colonialism, which disrupted our cultural heritage and imposed foreign religions as instruments of domination. 


Yet, he noted with concern that nations such as China, Cuba, Brazil, and Venezuela now embrace, practice, and promote aspects of African cultural heritage with greater zeal than many of us, the custodians of these traditions. 


It is time for us to awaken to the legacy of our forefathers, to cherish the spiritual traditions of our ancestors, and to embrace the roots that define us. By reclaiming and celebrating our heritage, Nigeria can continue to stand as a beacon of cultural pride and global influence.


Chief Ifasegun Elegushi (Opemoluwa of Ikate Land), President of AATREN, cautioned members against decorating chiefs with crowns reserved for kings, noting that such practices contravene cultural heritage. He referenced newly established traditional laws mandating sanctions against violators and clarified misconceptions surrounding coronation practices in Yoruba communities. 


Chief Elegushi also prayed for peace in Nigeria under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, and the Lagos State cabinet.


The royal father of the day, HRM Oba Babatunde Akanni Nasiru Lawal Ogunronbi (Akinlowo I of Shasha Kingdom), emphasised the significance of the royal stole as a symbol of African Traditional Religion, clarifying that it is not affiliated with any other faith.


The event was graced by distinguished guests, including royal fathers, White Cap Chiefs, cultural custodians, and prominent traditional rulers from across Lagos State.


Attendees were treated to a spectacular cultural display featuring the Gelede masquerade, Korikoto performance, and Aje display, among others, showcasing the rich diversity and timeless traditions of Lagos heritage.

More photos below. 







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