Yoruba more than a language, says Hamzat after “Masoyinbo” appearance

Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat has emphasized the importance of preserving the Yoruba language and culture, appearing on the Yoruba-focused cultural programme Masoyinbo. Masoyinbo is a Yoruba-language cultural game show dedicated to promoting and preserving the language and heritage through quizzes and challenges. Hamzat, who competed on the show, described Yoruba as more than a language, emphasizing its role in people's identity, history, and values.

He stressed the importance of passing the heritage on to future generations and highlighted Nigeria's diversity as a strength, urging Nigerians to work together to preserve their cultural heritage.

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