Fanti Festival Paints Lagos in Vibrant Colours
The 2026 Lagos Fanti Carnival, themed “A Homecoming of Heritage,” brought music, colour, and cultural pride to Lagos Island on Easter Monday at Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS). The annual celebration honours the legacy of Afro-Brazilian returnees, known as the Aguda, who settled in Lagos in the 19th century. Highlights of the festival include: The 2026 Fanti Carnival successfully combined history, tradition, music, and…
