The alluring terrain of Lagos state is unarguably one-of-its-kind in Nigeria. The city houses a people who enjoy life as much as they work hard. Lagos, the city of hustle, is one of the fastest growing cities in Africa.

Created May 27, 1967, Lagos State has proven to be the mainstay of Nigeria’s burgeoning economy and the melting point for all Nigerians and indeed global citizens. Bounded by Ogun State on the North and East, it shares boundaries with the Republic of Benin on the west. It boasts of the Atlantic Ocean by the southern borders. About 22% of its 3,577 km2 are lagoons and creeks.

The beautiful city of Lagos was first called ‘Eko’ (Island) by the Aworis whose major occupation was hunting and fishing. However, the name ‘Lagos’ was adopted by the Portuguese. Overtime, Lagos has grown immensely even though the seat of power had been moved to Abuja.



Lasgidi is a fun place to visit and explore. The city features the Lagos Lagoon, the sand spits, the Bar beach, the high-rise buildings, the eye-popping InterContinental Hotel Lagos built on an elevated terrain overlooking Lagos port. The city’s largest wholesale marketplaces (such as the popular Idumota and Balogun markets) and more are all landmarks to watch out for as a visitor to the city. Visitors have a wide range of accommodation facilities to lodge at when they visiting lagos. From the 5 star hotels in Lagos to the affordable/budget hotels, you will always get a comfortable accommodation.

Lagos’ aim to be Africa’s model mega-city is on course as the city is surging ahead in preparation to take its rightful place as Africa’s no. 1 city. “The city that never sleeps” is at the heart of the entertainment and tourism in Nigeria. The wealth of opportunities for the business community in Lagos is enormous, just like Lagos can serve as a get-away for a family, couple or group seeking to have fun, experience rich African culture and party non-stop the city’s entertainment centres.



Filled with malls, cinemas, club houses, beaches, hotels and other worthy side attractions like the Lagos Carnival, Lagos Boat Regatta, the Eyo Festival, the Eko Festival, Lagos is also the home of event organisers all over Africa.

Places to visit
Important landmarks in Lagos includes; the long and popular Third Mainland Bridge, the architectural master piece called Tafawa Balewa Square (formerly Race Course), the Lekki Conservative Park, Lekki Conservation Area, the National Theatre, New African Shine, Terra Kulture, The Oba of Lagos Palace and the ancient town of Badagry.

Lagos markets are also the ideal places to shop for locally made products for first time visitors who want to go back with memories if the city. On display in these markets are fabrics at very cheap prices, local art works that are rich in content, statues, local hand crafted jewelry, masks and various other locally made souvenirs that adorn the nook and crannies of the markets.

Lastly, one major feature everyone agrees is “DA BOMB’ in Lagos is the restaurants. The restaurants in the city are of world class standards and are no doubt competing with the best restaurants in other climes. From local to continental to Intercontinental dishes, Lagos restaurants come tops when it comes to tasteful meals that will make a visitor visit the city again and again.

It is not for nothing that people keep trooping into Lagos on a daily basis. Looking for a city that is a one-stop centre for your happiness and leisure? Visit Lagos Nigeria.