Gov Sanwo-Olu lauded as NiDCOM Boss visits ‘Door of Return’ Project Site in Badagry

The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has commended Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, for his approval and commitment to the ongoing construction of the permanent “Door of Return” project site in Badagry. During her visit to the site on Wednesday, Dabiri-Erewa described the project as a landmark initiative with the potential to reconnect Nigeria with its African diaspora and promote cultural and heritage tourism on a global scale. According to her, the project is not only symbolic of the historical return of descendants of…

BADAGRY DOOR OF RETURN FESTIVAL: Marcus Garvey Jnr gets new name

Dr Julius Garvey, son of legendary Marcus Garvey has been given a new name by the Akran of Badagry. He is now called Ajigo of Badagry Kingdom which means in Yoruba language, the Child returns home. This took place at the Palace of the Akran of Badagry as part of activities leading to the Grand Finale of the 4th Edition of the Badagry Door of Return Festival, in Badagry, Lagos State. Dr Garvey who could not help expressed his excitement and joy of return, maintained that it is indeed a…