Why Lagos?
Lagos, Centre of Excellence
Lagos or Lagos City is the most populous city in Nigeria as well as Africa, with an estimated population of 21 million in 2015. The estimated population for Lagos city was more than 24 million in 2022; and around 30 million for the Lagos metropolitan area, including the suburban area reaching far into the neighbouring Ogun State, thus making Lagos the most populous urban area in Africa.
Lagos was originally inhabited by the Awori subgroup of the Yoruba people in the 15th century and Binis in the 16th century. The Awori moved to an island now called Iddo and then to the larger Lagos Island. Because the area was dominated by the then expansive Benin Empire, they called it Eko, from the late 16th century to the mid-19th century. The name Eko was given to it by Oba Ado, a prince from Benin Kingdom. Eko is still the native name for Lagos to date.
BEACHES
My favorite places in Lagos
Elegushi Beach
Elegushi Beach is a private beach located at Lekki, Lagos state, southwest Nigeria. The beach is owned by the Elegushi royal family in Lekki, Lagos state. Elegushi private beach is seen as one of the best beaches in Lagos and Nigeria at large. The beach entertains close to 40,000 guests every week with Sundays being the best day on the beach.
Location:
Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria
What I like about it
Over half of all guests that are entertained on the beach weekly visit on Sundays. Their gate pass is at 2000 naira flat rate but can be discounted if you have like a group.
Eleko Beach
Eleko Beach is a private beach in the Lekki Peninsula, about 30 miles east of the Lagos Island in Nigeria. It opened in 1989.
Location:
Lekki Peninsula, Lagos, Nigeria
What I like about it
A slew of music events is usually held at Eleko Beach year-round. There are many live shows at this beach, especially on weekends.
Oniru Beach
Oniru Beach, located at Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria, is a highly sought-after relaxation spot.
Location:
Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria
What I like about it
Visitors to this private beach have many activities to leverage for unrivaled fun. With this beach’s scenic view, there is sure never to be a dull moment.