The Lagos State Ministry of Agriculture and Food Systems has organised the 2025 Lagos Food Festival as part of efforts to promote food security, strengthen the food value chain and support entrepreneurship across the state.
The event served as a platform to showcase government initiatives aimed at creating growth opportunities for innovators and businesses within the food industry.
Governor Babajide Sanwo Olu, who addressed participants at the festival, reiterated the state government’s commitment to agriculture and enterprise development.
He said the ministry has, over the past six years, implemented several interventions and activations focused on empowering food entrepreneurs and improving food systems in Lagos.
According to the governor, these initiatives have helped many innovators gain visibility and build sustainable businesses, adding that the government remains focused on creating an enabling environment for entrepreneurs to thrive.
The festival took place at Muri Okunola Park in Victoria Island and featured a blend of entertainment, music and a wide selection of local and international cuisines.
With the theme Taste Beyond Borders, the event brought together families, residents and visitors, while also serving as a tool to promote the culinary sector and project the Lagos identity through food.
Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems, Abisola Olusanya, described the festival as a celebration of Lagos culture and diversity, noting that food remains a unifying element of the state’s multicultural identity.
She explained that the event was designed to recognise and support stakeholders across the entire food value chain.
Olusanya added that the festival offers food entrepreneurs valuable exposure and networking opportunities, helping chefs, caterers, restaurateurs and other practitioners to grow their businesses.
She noted that several vendors have gained prominence through the platform, boosted by the encouragement and visibility generated during the event.
The gathering attracted members of the State Executive Council and House of Assembly, political and traditional leaders, celebrity chefs, youths, vendors and students from tertiary institutions across Lagos State.
Culinary displays and competitions were also held, with prizes awarded to outstanding participants.
