Fanti Carnival: Lagos's Colorful Cultural Fest

0:00On April 7, Lagos Island turned into an explosion of color and sound, this Monday with the Fontai Carnival lighting up the streets. This annual bash has been going strong for over two centuries, honoring the Afro-Brazilian folks who settled there after returning from places like Brazil and Cuba. Back in the 1800s, formerly enslaved Africans brought their vives and fused them with local Yoruba traditions, birthing this unique fest. This year, crowds vived to blaring music, watched bedazzled horses prance, massive dragons weave through, and stilt walkers tower above it all. Folks couldn't get enough attendees raved about the raw energy, creativity, and how it keeps history alive for the next generation. Kids and teens jumped in too, rocking wild costumes and marching in the parades, showing the traditions got fresh legs. Seven historic associations keep it all running, each with their own signature colors like red and white for Lafayage. Organizers call it a perfect mashup, not just Brazilian or Yoruba, but something totally

1:03its own. It'll be back next April, stronger than ever, reminding everyone of Lagos' deprooted cultural remix. Global news today, powered by AI bringing you what matters worldwide. I'm Corey with The Story.