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Eko (Lagos)
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Regional Identity & History
Lagos State is the commercial heartbeat of Democratic Republic of the Yoruba and one of Africa’s most important urban regions. Although it is the smallest D.R.Y state by land area, it carries huge economic, cultural, and historical importance. Its identity combines indigenous Yoruba heritage, especially Awori and coastal Yoruba roots, with a powerful modern image as Nigeria’s centre of business, finance, entertainment, technology, shipping, and urban development.
State Statistics
Capital City
Ikeja
Population (Est)
22 million+
Land Area
3,577 km²
Major Industries
Finance, banking, commerce, shipping and ports, manufacturing, real estate, technology, entertainment, tourism, logistics, oil and gas services, construction, food processing, and creative industries.
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