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<br />The maiden edition of the EKO Music Festival, EKO MF has been scheduled to hold from April 26 to 28.<br />
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The approval letter from the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism and 
Inter-Governmental Relations, duly signed by the Senior Special 
Assistant to the Governor, Morounranti Aleniosu said: “In line with the 
ministry’s set vision of making Lagos State the preferred tourist 
destination in Nigeria, and indeed Africa, we are pleased to be 
associated with your vision and drive in showcasing the musical 
excellence and peculiarity of the Nigerian people. Kindly accept our 
congratulations on behalf of Lagos State Government.”<br />
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After several years of planning, series of meetings with event 
stakeholders and the EKO MF crew, the CEO In-House Entertainment, 
organisers of Eko MF, Ayo George has expressed his gratitude to the 
people who helped to ensure that the festival received government 
support.<br />
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“No single person can pull such a huge event without the support of 
individuals and government. We have found that the favour of Governor 
Fashola, Seye Kehinde of City People, TeeMac Iseli, Barrister Gbenga M. 
Aduloju and many others.<br />
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We are especially thankful for the efforts put 
into this project by the publisher of City People. Right from the start 
of the marketing of EKO MF, he has always been there for us.<br />
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“With more financial support, we shall lock Lagos down for the three 
days. Of course, it is the maiden edition, we shall do our best to 
showcase the best of Nigeria’s music in Lagos.<br />
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We may not be able to 
accommodate all musicians at this time, but we shall try to put up good 
shows for the days EKO MF holds and for the fans,” he said.<br />
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Only live performances will be featured in the musical and cultural 
celebration as the<br />
festival’s purpose is to uplift the Nigerian music 
industry. The festival will be streamed live on the internet and also 
syndicated to media agencies abroad and would present a platform for 
various cultural troupes to present their rich heritage to the world<br />

Xclusive: EKO Music Festival To Hold In April

The maiden edition of the EKO Music Festival, EKO MF has been scheduled to hold from April 26 to 28. The approval letter from the Lag...