Eko Hot Blog reports that various traditional and political leaders in the Epe Division have rallied behind the establishment of the Lagos Film City in Ejinrin, Lagos State.
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday, joined other leaders to break ground for the project, which is expected to cost at least $100 million.
In a display of unity and shared vision, a chorus of voices from diverse backgrounds rallied together at the groundbreaking ceremony, underscoring the project’s significance and potential to reshape the cinematic landscape of Lagos and Nigeria.
HRM Oba Kamorudeen Ishola Animashaun, Oloja of Epe and Chairman of the Epe Divisional Council of Obas, hailed the Lagos State government for the project’s initiation.
He emphasised that the film city was not exclusively for Lagos State but a national treasure, with the capacity to benefit the whole of Nigeria and even other West African countries.
Oba Animashaun viewed this development as a welcome initiative that would usher in prosperity, much like it has in Europe and Asia.
He envisioned the Lagos Film City as a source of joy for Ejinrin and conveyed appreciation to Sanwo-Olu and all the stakeholders.
Similarly, HRM Oba Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, the Alara of Ilara Kingdom, stated that the Lagos Film City will boost the economic fortunes of Epe Division, Lagos and Nigeria at large.
HRM Oba Nelson Obayomi Aderemi Ogunlari, Ogundalu 1st, the Olowu of Owu Ikosi Kingdom, celebrated the project as a welcome development that signifies Lagos’ growth and a chance for local artists to create meaningful films.
He conveyed his gratitude to Sanwo-Olu and encouraged further development in the region, including the completion of a timber sawmill at Owu-Ikosi.
Oba Ogunlari extended his hopes that Ejinrin would be linked to the proposed new airport and concluded with a heartfelt prayer for the governor.
Also, Olori Fatima Mojisola Balogun, the wife of the Elejinrin of Ejinrin Kingdom, expressed joy and happiness, describing the project as an answered prayer.
“Today is a day of joy and happiness for me, the king, the community, Epe division, Lagos State, and the whole of Nigeria. I’m so happy because God has answered our prayers in Epe and Nigeria,” Olori Balogun said.
She emphasised the film city’s transformative potential and its ability to bring development not only to Ejinrin but also to Lagos State and Nigeria as a whole.
Olori Balogun expressed her gratitude to her husband, the Kabiyesi of Ejinrin Kingdom, and commended Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwoolu for his dedication to the project.
On his part, Hon. Sylvester Ogunkelu, popularly known as Sketel, a member representing Epe Constituency 2 in the Lagos State House of Assembly and Chairman of the House Committee on Physical Planning and Urban Development, affirmed the governor’s commitment to massive development within Epe Constituency 2.
He highlighted the transformative nature of the film city and the empowerment it would offer to local residents.
Sketel also acknowledged the crucial role of infrastructural projects, like the development of the jetty in Ikosi Ejinrin, in supporting the Lagos Film City and enhancing local communities.
This confluence of voices, reflecting diverse perspectives and shared optimism, underscored the historic significance of the Lagos Film City’s groundbreaking ceremony, setting the stage for a brighter cinematic future in Lagos and Nigeria.
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