In a significant move to bolster cultural and creative industry collaboration, a delegation from Saint Lucia has embarked on a journey to Nigeria to participate in the prestigious Lagos Fashion Week. This initiative follows the official visit of Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to Saint Lucia in June, which laid the groundwork for enhanced bilateral relations. The Saint Lucian delegation, led by Donalyn Vittet, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism, includes prominent figures such as Kayode Francois, head of production at Events Saint Lucia, creative director Trevor King, music executive Irvin ‘Ace’ Loctar, and designers Christine Samuels and Tamla Lionel. The delegation’s participation marks a historic moment as Samuels and Lionel are set to showcase their designs on the Lagos Fashion Week catwalk, a first for Saint Lucia. The visit aims to establish professional and institutional relationships with Lagos Fashion Week and Art X Lagos, a leading film event. Saint Lucia’s Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Industries, Dr. Ernest Hilaire, emphasized the importance of this collaboration in fostering long-term relationships and supporting the development of creative industries, including music, film, fashion, and craft. The delegation will also explore opportunities in sourcing textiles, drum-making materials, and building connections with film producers. The Ministry of Tourism has covered the delegation’s travel expenses, while the Nigerian Government will handle internal costs. Lagos Fashion Week, founded in 2011, is scheduled from October 29 to November 2, and is recognized as a global platform driving the African fashion industry.