Lagos Pays Tribute to Four Influential Figures.
This past Saturday, the Municipality of Lagos hosted a heartfelt ceremony to honour four remarkable individuals whose dedication to the community has made a lasting impact. Their contributions have now been immortalised in the city’s toponyms, ensuring their legacies will be remembered for generations to come.
The event took place in the auditorium of the Municipality of Lagos, where the lives and achievements of João José Veloso (Teacher), Manuel Vicente Batista (Benefactor), José Vieira Cabrita (Municipal Secretary), and José Rodrigues Viegas (President of the Parish Council) were celebrated. These four luminaries have played vital roles in various sectors, including education, public service, and cultural enrichment, leaving an indelible mark on our community.
Family, friends, local leaders, and community members gathered to share in the commemoration. The program featured inspiring speeches and the unveiling of new toponymic plaques dedicated to these figures, located throughout several of Lagos’s parishes. The atmosphere was charged with emotion as attendees reflected on the contributions of these esteemed personalities.
For the municipal executive, this celebration serves as a powerful recognition of the value of community service and a way to honor the commitment and humanity that these individuals exemplified. By permanently associating their names with our neighbourhoods, we keep their spirit alive, reminding future generations of the importance of dedication to the greater good.
This initiative underscores our municipality’s commitment to preserving local identity and to ensuring that the stories of those who have shaped Lagos into a more just, supportive, and culturally vibrant city are never forgotten. It’s a beautiful reminder of the power of community and the impact of selflessness.
Let’s continue to celebrate and remember the heroes among us! 🏅
