Lagos Bangiyo Parishad has been bringing the Bengali community in the West African country together for Durga Puja, cultural programmes and traditional bhog for more than three decades
My Kolkata Web Desk Published 21.10.26, 12:10 PM
In Lagos, Nigeria, the Lagos Bangiyo Parishad (LBP) has been bringing the community together for the annual Durga Puja since 1990.
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The LBP’s Durga Puja journey saw a break in 1993 but the Puja resumed in 1994 and has been held every year since, bringing together Bengali families and friends in the West African city.
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The 2026 celebrations continued this tradition, with members of the Bengali community observing Durga Puja rituals and participating in cultural activities. The festival was celebrated from Sasthi to Saptami.
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Beyond the religious ceremonies, the celebrations featured cultural programmes, drawing competitions, games and activities for children.
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Traditional Bengali bhog remained an integral part of the festivities, bringing the familiar flavours of home to the celebrations. The women dressed in saris and men in kurta-pyjamas, reflecting the community's efforts to preserve the cultural practices associated with the festival.