Lagos State Ministry Announces Freedom Park Closure for Renovation

Freedom Park, located on Lagos Island, will be temporarily closed from Monday, October 5, to Sunday, October 11, 2026, for renovation, clean-up, fumigation, and maintenance works. The Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, through a statement signed by Permanent Secretary Bopo Oyekan-Ismaila, announced that the closure is necessary to carry out scheduled maintenance and upgrade works aimed at improving the facility.

Oyekan-Ismaila stated that the renovation aims to enhance visitors’ experience while preserving the historic facility. The ministry indicated that the improvement works would cover areas of the park requiring maintenance and upgrades.

The management of Freedom Park also communicated that these improvements include upgrades to facilities, beautification, and general maintenance. The ministry assured the public that normal activities would resume immediately after the renovation exercise, and Oyekan-Ismaila expressed regret for any inconvenience caused during the closure.