Ogun State has been described as one of the safest and peaceful State in Nigeria with a robust business memorandum of understanding where investors can come into and thrive.
Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Hon. Sesan Fagbayi, disclosed this during a proposal presentation by members of LJ Entertainment team to the Ministry, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.
Hon. Fagbayi further said that, development of the over forty tourist sites across the State cannot be left to the government alone, reasons why majority of the sites were in Moribound State despite efforts being put in place by the present administration while commending the team for deeming it fit, to give back to the society by investing in the State.
Permanent Secretary, Dr. Yusuff Quudus, added that the development and growth of any society cannot be handled singlehandedly by only the government, hence why well-meaning indigenes of the State should come in and contribute their quota as well as gain juicy returns on their investments.
In his presentation, the Chief Executive Officer of LJ Entertainment, Mr. Lekan Jimoh, emphasised the organisation’s willingness to partner with the State government through the Ministry to create an inspiring hub that would tap into the State’s extensive resources in arts, media, and entertainment, adding that this initiative would improve the State’s visibility on a global scale, increase economic revenue, preserve cultural heritage, generate lasting transformative effects, and empower the youth in the State.
Speaking also during the visit, the CEO of Enish Restaurants and co-sponsor, Mr. Wale Chiyem, revealed that the collaboration aims to create a joint venture with the Ogun State Government, towards revitalising and modernising important tourist attractions, enhancing local economies and establishing the State as a premier tourist destination within Nigeria and across Africa.