The seventh edition of Irie Vibes Fest – an art and health initiative against cervical cancer here. A part of the interesting lineups at the 2024 Lagos Fringe, Irie Vibes Fest is scheduled for Thursday, November 21, 2024, at Freedom Park, Lagos Island.
A statement released on Saturday said the festival’s free health screenings will commence at 6 pm, followed by a series of breathtaking reggae music performances starting from 7 pm till late in the evening.
Founded by Lucia Ikediashi of Shimmers Services and Omotola Ibeh of 09.16 Enterprises, Irie Vibes is not just a celebration of Nigeria’s rich artistic culture; it is a transformative initiative dedicated to empowering women through education and cervical cancer prevention campaigns.
Founder of Irie Vibes Fest, Lucia Ikediashi, said: “We will provide free screenings for all women attending the event, ensuring vital health services are accessible to the community. These screenings are crucial, as early detection significantly increases survival rates and provides women with the opportunity to prioritize their health”.
Furthermore, Ikediashi urged the public to participate in the historic event, while also emphasizing the importance of regular screening, promising that attendees at the 2024 outing would be equipped with essential knowledge about their health and well-being.
Co-founder of Irie Vibes Fest, Omotola Ibeh, revealed that Irie Vibes is more than a reggae festival. She said: “It’s a celebration of life and a constant reminder of the power of music and art to bring people together for one simple reason: the awareness of this disease plus the solution to reduce cervical cancer”. She added that the most beautiful part of it all is that the music concert offers the much-needed tests for free, right at the Irie Vibes venue.
This year, the festival promises an inspiring lineup of artistic performances that will illuminate women’s stories, highlighting their struggles, achievements, and resilience while fostering a deeper understanding of cervical health.
The general public is invited to attend Irie Vibes Fest 2024 as their presence is crucial in cultivating a supportive community that champions women’s health. The event is for friends, families, and those ready to take advantage of this invaluable opportunity for health screenings and education.
Irie Vibes Fest is a reggae concert for cervical cancer awareness. Free cervical cancer screenings are available at the event, with results provided on the spot. The goal is to use entertainment to reduce deaths from cervical cancer by providing these screenings twice every year. In May, the Irie Vibes team visited some rural communities in Lagos. In November, Irie Vibes will be at the 2024 Lagos Fringe Festival.
