Jazzville Final Farewell will celebrate the Lagos cultural landmark’s legacy with a final event and documentary before its closure
For decades, this space has been more than walls.
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It began as Jazzville — a home for music, culture, and legends.
It became Praiseville — a place of worship and gathering.
And today, it lives as The Secret Place / Lydia’s Gardens — a sanctuary for creatives.
Now, due to circumstances beyond our control, this space has been sold and will soon cease to exist.
Before it disappears, we are creating one final moment:
“One Last Tango at Jazzville” — Saturday, April 25th 2026
A closing event plus a documentary capturing its history, stories, and impact.
WHY THIS MATTERS:
This is not just a building.
It is a cultural landmark, a creative sanctuary, and a living archive of Nigerian stories.
We cannot let it disappear without honoring what it has meant to so many.
WHAT WE ARE DOING:
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Hosting a final gathering (April 25)
Producing a short documentary
Bringing together:
Jazzville Community
Praiseville Community
The Secret Place Creatives.
