Kwara Creatives was represented at the Lens4Good creative gathering held in Lagos, a high-level event that brought together creatives, industry leaders, policymakers, and cultural stakeholders from across Nigeria.
The event was hosted by Nosa Asemota, Personal Photographer and Senior Special Assistant on Virtual Communications to the President, through the Lens4Good platform.
The program was graced by the Governor of Lagos State, His Excellency Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and the Olu of Warri, His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, both of whom emphasized the importance of Nigerians owning and telling their stories.
Representing Kwara Creatives at the event, Habeeb Shuaib Ishowo, Creative Lead of Kwara Creatives, described the experience as a strong validation of the work being done in Kwara State and the growing national attention it is receiving.
“Events like Lens4Good affirm that creativity thrives where leadership understands youth, innovation and culture.
In Kwara State, we are fortunate to have a governor with vision, a leader who genuinely believes in young people and creatives and backs that belief with action.”
He praised the Kwara State Government under His Excellency Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq for investing intentionally in the creative and innovation ecosystem, citing landmark projects such as the Sugar Factory Film Studio, Visual Arts Centre , Ilorin Innovation Hub, and other youth-focused creative infrastructures.
“These facilities did not happen by accident. They are the result of a government that understands that empowering creatives is not charity, it is strategy.”
Speaking further, Ishowo added:“Lagos may be the godfather of the creative industry in Nigeria, no doubt.
But Kwara is also a father quietly building structure, nurturing talent, and preparing creatives for global relevance.”
During the event, Kwara Creatives connected with notable industry players including Ifiokah Nkanga, Dara Banjo, Olamide, as well as Saleemking and Adeora of Crea8torium, discussing collaboration, community building, and sustainable creative development.
While speaking with a representative of Crea8torium, Ishowo emphasized that the Lens4Good model aligns strongly with Kwara Creatives’ mission of grassroots empowerment, structure, and long-term impact.
He also announced that Kwara Creatives will be hosting a Creative Conference and Summit, expressing openness to partnerships and collaborations with national platforms and stakeholders.
The event further highlighted the growing recognition of Kwara’s creative community beyond the state, with increasing interest in collaboration, partnership, and exchange of ideas.
