*As the musical drama, ‘Obi at’Orogbo” is staged in Epe Theatre
FOLLOWING a successful presentation of the musical drama, Obi at’Orogbo at the Lagos Theatre Epe, Governor Sanwo-Olu’s Special Adviser on Tourism, Arts and Culture, Solomon Bonu, has assured of maximum exploration of the tourism potentials of the town and its environs to benefit the indigenes.
Addressing culture patrons and enthusiasts, who witnessed the the performance of the play by the Footprints of David, Bonu said that the emergence of Princess Olayemi Animashaun, a culture promoter, as the incumbent Chairperson of Epe Local Government will signal a rejuvenation of tourism activities.
He revealed that several other tourism and cultural events have been identified by the state government for the benefit of Epe residents, stressing that one of such initiatives is the proposed fish festival to be hosted in the town soon.
Explaining the rationale behind the presentation of the play in Epe, Bonu said, “we have decided to take this play around the state because it illustrates our cultural heritage (Obi and Orogbo). I implore everyone here to pay attention to all necessary details so that the inherent message in the play would not be lost.”
In her remarks, Epe Council chair, Princess Animashaun, said the state government is changing the narrative in the tourism sector to ensure uniformity in development plans and policies, while Epe is also maximising its tourism, arts and culture potentials by aligning with the growth framework of the present administration.
“In a bid to boost the IGR via tourism in Epe Local Council, we intend to create a friendly atmosphere for tourism activities to thrive because we have the belief that when the right atmosphere is available for businesses to operate, economic activities will increase thereby positively impacting the resources available at the Government’s disposal,” Animashaun noted.
She described the performance of the play as a blend of visual and dramatic display of creative ingenuity that will inspire, entertain and drive home a powerful message with its sublime artistic concept.
The Oloja of Epe, Oba Ishola Animashaun, while offering traditional prayers for the organisers, commended the performance by Footprints of David under the tutelage of Seun Awobajo.
He underscored the role of formal education in the drama, just as he called on talented youths and individuals within Epe and across the state to embrace education even as they develop and pursue their different areas of passion and creativity.
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