Putting our foot down: Inside the Lagos skate scene with WAFFLESNCREAM, Motherlan, and Dencity
Lagos is experiencing a thriving skateboarding culture that has evolved from an underground scene to a recognized subculture over the past decade. Central to this transformation is WAFFLESNCREAM, Nigeria's first skateboarding company co-founded by Jomi Marcus-Bello, which focuses on promoting skate culture through community involvement and education. The article highlights the struggles faced by skaters, such as a lack of appropriate training surfaces and social obstacles. It also sheds light on the efforts to promote female participation in skating through initiatives like Dencity, founded by Blessing Ewona. With plans for Lagos' first dedicated skate park underway, there is optimism about the future growth of the skating community in Lagos.
Published on Monday, January 1, 2024 at 12:00 PM
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