The Minister of Tourism, LOLA ADE-JOHN, has urged the Lagos State Government to maximise the tourism potential of Epe town, known for fishing.

The minister called on the state government to establish a proper fish market capable of attracting tourists to the area, while also urging the residents to keep the town clean.

ADE-JOHN made the call during her visit to various tourist sites in Epe town, including the Oju Alaro Shrine, the Marina Waterfront, Palace of Oloja of Epe, and some iconic colonial buildings.

While expressing her enthusiasm for the considerable tourism potential in the town, the Minister vowed to assist in attracting more tourists to the area and emphasised the need for the involvement of locals in maintaining these attraction sites.

Observing the abundance of colonial buildings in Epe compared to Lagos township, ADE-JOHN urged the community to preserve and cherish these historical landmarks.

Echoing similar sentiments, Governor BABAJIDE SANWO-OLU recently underscored the tourism potential of the Badagry area of Lagos during an inspection tour.

Last week, Governor SANWO-OLU visited several tourist centres in Badagry, including the Slave Museum International, Vlekete, Badagry Heritage Museum, the First Storey Building, Point of No Return, and Mobee Royal Family Museum.