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Welcome to Wiki Loves Lagos project page, a (GLAM) project designed in partnership with the Lagos State Goverment, Wikimedia User Group Nigeria and Iga Limited to preserve, conserve and promote the cultural heritage sites of Lagos State, showcase their uniqueness and change the perception and break down barriers to their accessibility as tourist sites of attraction.

Background

Badagry (February 1851, VIII, p.12)

In 2020, the Lagos State Government commenced a series of strategies to cushion the economic effects of COVID-19 - one of which is the current mandate of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture to develop new sites in Lagos that would help reduce the rate at which Nigerians travel abroad for adventure and leisure purposes.

In furtherance of this drive, the State Government authorized the coordination of the stakeholders relevant to the upward review of the existing Listed Sites (Preservation) Law of 2011 as a navigational guide on how to efficiently develop domestic tourism based on the current state of the tangible and intangible cultural assets.

Releasing, Digital documentation, and publishing of the cultural heritage assets (both tangible and intangible) of Lagos based on existing under a Creative Commons License on Wikimedia Commons for use on relevant Wikipedia were identified as a strategic approach to achieving the primary objectives of the Wiki Loves Lagos project. These cultural assets which can be found through expressions such as dance, food, folklore, and music will be catalogued for public education, information, and enlightenment.


Objectives

Badagry Slave Route, Journey to Unknown Destination
Increasing awareness
One of the challenges facing heritage sites, unique buildings, and monuments as tourist attractions in Lagos state is lack of awareness. This project aims at creating awareness for these sites and ensuring the full coverage of Lagos State Heritage sites, unique buildings, and monuments on Wikipedia.
Promote education
To advance research, education, and scholarship of the architectural, designed landscapes and engineering of the heritage of Lagos State.
Capacity building
Capacity building is a key to continued growth. This project will build capacity for indigenes of Lagos State by equipping them with basic skills in technology, archiving, data management, and content creation using Wikipedia and other innovations such as OpenRefine.
To bridge contents gap on Wikimedia projects
Essentially, the lack of audiovisual in some Lagos State-related articles is a huge content gap as readers would like to have a sense of the rich cultural heritage of the state when reading related articles or on Wikipedia. One of the ways to bridge this content gap is to ensure the use of either photos or videos (or both) on relevant articles.
Showcasing Lagos as a significant heritage tourism destination
Highlighting the history of Lagos through its monuments, culture, art, people, and language from ancient to modern all backed up with the different parts, pieces, and places which became Lagos.

Partners

Partners Team members Roles
IGA/WASCHTrust
Lagos State Government
Wikimedia User Group Nigeria
Institute for African and Diaspora Studies
ChannelsTV
Independent Coverage
MakeiT Lagos
WikiFact-Checkers

Wikiloves Lagos Partners with WikiFact-Checkers Team

The WikiLoves Lagos is partnering with the WikiFact-Checkers Team to document the heritage, and cultural assets of Lagos using the Kosoko Heritage trail to document the existing multicultural heritage of Lagos State using the media and Wikimedia projects to document and to promote all information on the Kosoko Heritage Trail. The WikiFact-Checkers Team is a team of media professionals working on bridging the content gap in the media space and using fact-checking tools to improve the credibility of Wikipedia projects. TheWikiFact-Checkers Team will research and document the touring of all the cultural heritage Sites and Monuments in Lagos (captured under the official (Gazetted) Lagos Listed Sites Preservation Law 2011) as a regular leisure activity, They will also be working on the Kosoko's heritage using it to preserve the rich culture and history of Lagos, providing a physical reminder of Lagos past. The trail will help visitors experience traditional architecture, art, music, and other cultural practices in Lagos that have been passed down from generation to generation.

Topics of interest to be documented

The topics below will be researched, published with the mainstream media, and documented using the Wikimedia tools.
  • Monarchy and The Obaship system in Lagos State
  • Kosoko Urban Heritage Trail
  • Acquisition of the Lagos colony
  • Current sites, monuments, and heritage trail
  • Music and Festivals
  • Cultural artifacts
  • People
  • Commerce
  • Folklore
  • Cuisine
  • What is the Lagos legacy
  • Who is a Lagosian
  • Views of towns in Lagos State
  • Historical background of all towns in Lagos State
  • Stools of Lagos state Oba
  • Historical facts behind the stools
  • The Lagos State market system
  • Religious beliefs of the people of Lagos
  • Lagos Original story
  • Lagos in 20minutes
  • Lagos Urban Heritage Trail
  • Kosoko Lagos Urban Heritage Trail
  • The heritage tourism development of Lagos
  • Lagos as a cosmopolitan city/state historical and present
  • The stakeholder families/custodian of heritage and knowlege
We will also be documenting the Epe Festival.

Oral documentation

Interviewing the custodians of the heritage, culture and information on Lagos State, like the descendants of the Kosoko family, the descendants of the Baloguns, the descendants of the Akintoyes, the descendants of the Dosumus.

Monuments in Lagos State and it's Destination

  1. Designation of Sites
The Sites Listed in this Declaration are declared as Grade 1 Listed Sites, Grade 2 Listed Sites, and Grade 3 Listed Sites.
  • Grade one Listed Sites.
S/N NAME OF SITE/MONUMENTS AND LOCATION FEATURES
1 Tinubu Square, Tinubu, Lagos Island This site has the statute of Madam Efunroye Tinubu who was a renowned trader of her time (after whom: the square is named). Her contribution to commerce and politics was outstanding. Originally, an independence gift to the people of Lagos by the Lebanese community. The site has seats for relaxation.
2 Independence Building, Race Course, Lagos Island Built in 1960, in commemoration of Nigeria's independence. It triggered off the changing of the Lagos skyline.
3 Tafawa Balewa Square was Rebuilt in 1972 to replace a horse racing track known as Race Course. Venue of major national events and parades c.g. the swearing-in of the Governor of Lagos State
4 Lagos House, Marina Official Residence of the Governor of Lagos State beautiful architecture in sprawling scenic grounds.
5 National Theatre, Iganmu, Lagos The National Theatre located in Iganmu in Lagos Mainland, was constructed in 1977 to serve as the main event centre for the 2nd All African Festival of Arts and Culture (FESTAC 77). It is a multipurpose monument for preservation. presentation and promotion of arts and culture in Nigeria, The building has a large sitting capacity of about Thirteen thousand (13,000) seats. It comprises of a main hall, two cinema halls, conference/banquet halls, etc, it is an ideal location for drama, musicals, wedding receptions, film shows, etc.
6 Round House in the Lagos State Secretariat, Alausa, Ikeja. The Round House was constructed in the shape of Eyo Masquerade Hat known in local parlance as AGA, it was the office of the Governor of Lagos State until recently. Now it is the office of the Deputy Governor.
7 Iddo Railway Terminus Building One of the first and most important terminals of the railway system in Nigeria.
8 Trade Fair Complex, Lagos-Badagry Expressway, Ojo Lagos The location of international and local trade fairs since the 1970s. It has seven (7) large exhibition halls.
9 Agorin Beach, Fanuvi Village, Badagry. It is proposed as a modern Beach Resort on the Atlantic waterfront, it contains cannons used during inter-tribal wars and the slave trade.
10 District Officer's Residence. Constructed around 1870 by the British Government. Thomas R. J. Ticket Esq, was the first District Officer to reside in the residence in 1870.
11 Point of No Return, Slave Route Jetty and Attenuation Well Established for the shipment of slaves before the 16th Century. Ferman Gomes popularly known as George Freemingo "Huntokonu" by the native discovered the two slave ports in 1473. Other reputed European slave merchants who traded in Badagry were John Casseneuvre, Da Souza, Le Captaine Cox, Tristam Zarco, and Pierre de Vaissiere. The attenuation well is located on the slave route from the jetty to the "Point of no Return"
12 The site of the fallen Agia tree, Market Street, Badagry The monument was erected to replace the tree under which Christianity was first preached on 24 September 1842. The tree fell on the 19th of June 1959.
13 Colonial Two Storey Building on 36/38 Broad Street, Lagos The building is over fifty (50) years old. The building was constructed with unprocessed concrete of 100 inches thickness, so thick that it cannot be perforated by any instrument. It served as the Administrative Office of the 1st Governor-General of Nigeria during the colonial period. The building is presently housing CBAAC, a PAN-African Multi-dimensional Documentation Cultural Centre established after Festac 77 to spearhead the retrieval, preservation, and conservation of all works of Art on Black and African Peoples' Heritage.
14 Massey Children’s' Hospital, Lagos Island. The present Massey Street Children's Hospital started in the year 1903, as a dispensary, by the Late Dr. Oguntola Sapara (1861-1935), in whose memory a plaque is dedicated at the Hospital. Dr. Sapara was one of the returnees from Sierra Leone, he was born Alexander Williams and adopted the name Oguntola Sapara in the spirit of nationalism at the time. It served as a succor to many and led to the reduction in infantile mortality which was rampant in those days. It was upgraded to a Hospital and was commissioned on Friday, 29th October 1926 by Governor Graeme Thomson. Massey Hospital was converted to a Children's Hospital and was opened to the public on the 5th of March, 1962, after the commissioning by the wife of the then President, Mrs. Flora Azikwe.
15 Slave Route, Gberefu Village, Badagry. Established for the shipment of slaves before the 16th Century. Ferman Gomes popularly known as George Freemingo Huntokonu by the natives discovered the two slave ports in 1473. Another reputed European Slave Merchant who traded in Badagry was John Cassenemfre. Da Souza, Le Captaine Cox, Tristain Zarco and Pierre De Vaissiere. The attenuation well is located on the Slave Trade from the Jetty for the "Point of No Return"
16 The site of the fallen Agia tree, Market Street, Badagry The monument was erected to replace the tree under which Christianity was first preached on 24 September 1842. The tree fell on the 19th of June 1959.
17 Governor-General’s House, Marina Official Residence of Governors-General, Dr. Nnamdi Azikwe as Governor-General also lived there.
18 Independence Bridge Was so named because it was constructed around the Independence period to replace the bridge. Built in 1897 to commemorate the golden jubilee of the reign of Queen Victoria of England. The Bridge was the first bridge to link Lagos Island and Victoria Island and spans the creek known as "Five Cowries Creek" which got its name from the fees of five Cowries paid to cross over on canoe when there was no bridge.
19 Campos Square Is named after the patriarch of the Campos family Romao Campos, an immigrant returnee from Brazil. The area was known as "Popo Aguda" and was established in 1852. The first immigrants were said to have arrived in this area around 1838. Romao Campos was said to have been buried in this square.
20 Abari Cemetery Sometimes known as Sura Cemetery, it is named after Surakatu Abari. The Cemetery is located behind the family compound of the Abaris. It is a historical cemetery where Muslims are buried.
21 General Hospital, Lagos This hospital was first named African Hospital as it catered only for Africans as distinct from the European Hospital which later became Creek Hospital or Military Hospital. One of the notable doctors who served in this hospital was Dr. Oloruninbe. The records show that it was constructed around the present General Hospital, and dates back to 1900 but the construction of the main hospital and the Doctors quarters was done around the 1930s and was designed by the Public Works Department.
  • Grade Two Listed Sites.
S/N NAME OF SITE/MONUMENTS AND LOCATION FEATURES
1 Shitta-Bey Mosque, Martins Street, Lagos Island It was built in 1892. It is in fairly excellent condition and still has all the features of the Brazilian style.
2 Site of first Water Tap in Lagos, Enu-Owa/Docemo/Princess Street, Lagos Island The site of the first public tap was commissioned in July 1915 by Lord Lugard. The site has been preserved by the State Government
3 Glover Memorial Hall, Custom Street, Lagos Named in honour and memory of one of the Colonial Governors: Sir John Glover [1864-1872]. The premier event center which hosted many indigenous theatre practitioners. It was recently refurbished, located on the grounds of what was once referred to as Queen's Garden. The Hall was established by an ordinance of 17th February 1898.
4 King’s College, Lagos Built in 1908, the first government Boys' College. Was attended by well-known Nigerians who have made their mark in government and commerce.
5 "Welcome to Lagos" (Monument), the beginning of Lagos - Ibadan Expressway A unique Sculpture depicting three white cap chiefs welcoming tourists to Lagos in the traditional way and adorning traditional regalia.
6 Georgious Cole House at Oworonshoki Ruins a three-story building built by the Georgious Cole Family, used to serve as a farmhouse.
7 Port De Young (Camp Davies) at Ayob The site is located at Ijon Village [Ayobo] in Ipaja. It has relics of early colonial settlements which include bricks, stones, metal/iron objects and metal containers used in transporting slaves across the creeks to the hinterland of Badagry. It is also the grave site of Princess Sarah Forbe Boretta who died on lst August 1880. The oldest indigenous building in the area that is still standing. It is the one housing the Evangelist African Church at Ijon. It was built around 1852.
8 The present Palace of the Akran of Badagry, Jegba Quarters, Badagry Residence of the Wheno Aholu Menu Toyi 1, The Akran of Badagry. There is a mini-ethnographic Museum in the palace open to visitors to the palace
9 Kudirat Abiola Cenotaph Tollgate/7UP Bottling Company Built in memory of Chief (Mrs.) Kudirat Abiola. It is a symbol of democratic struggle against military rule
10 Early Missionaries Cemetery, Soglo Way, Boekoh Quarters, Badagry Established in 1845 by the Anglican Missionaries. The following were some of the missionaries buried in the cemetery: Mrs. Gollmer (11th April 1845), Mrs. Muller (26th Feb. 1848), Mr. Mark Willoughby (9th May 1850)Mrs. Van Cooten (17th May 1850) and Mr. E. Van Cooten (13th March 185l) etc
11 First Storey Building in Nigeria, Marina, Boekoh Quarters, Badagry Constructed by the Anglican missionaries under the leadership of Reverend C. A. Golimer in 1845. The Building had the first modern safe installed in 1846. An African missionary and liberated slave, Rev. Samuel Ajayi Crowther translated the English Bible into Yoruba Language inside the storey building in 1846.
12 Relics of Slave Chains, Mobee Compound Boekoh Quarters Relics of the slave trade made up of shackles and locks of various dimensions can be found in the mini-museum of the slave trade, A local leader, Chief Sunbu Mobee facilitated the slave trade in Badagry.
13 Badagry Heritage Museum, Marina, Badagry.[Former District Officer's Office] An exhibition of relics of slavery and historical records of the trans-Atlantic slave trade and colonial era. The edifice of the museum was constructed in 1863 by the British Government.
14 The Old Oba Akran's Palace, Marina Badagry Henry F. Pilkington Esq. was the first District Officer posted to serve in the edifice in 1865, while G B. OlIivant was the last District Officer posted to serve in 1958
15 The Palace of the Ayangburen, Ikorodu This is the Palace of the Traditional Ruler of Ikorodu. It is a fine architectural masterpiece.
16 State House, Ikeja The Office of the Governor of Lagos State is in this facility
17 Chief Williams Seriki Abass Compound, Boekoh Quarters A liberated Slave who returned along with others in 1839. He engaged in the selling of slaves and maintained a slave prison (barracoon) which still exists in the compound. He was made the political head of Badagry in 1895 and was appointed the first President of the Badagry Native Council in 1902. He died in 1919
18 UAC-Old British warehouse, Marina Badagry Built by United African Company in 1893, it is presently occupied by the Family of Chief Fakunle Jinadu, who bought it over
19 The Magistrates' Court Santana, Lagos Island It is the first purpose-built Magistrates' Court in Nigeria. Built-in 1925, it was originally known as "The Police Magistrates' Court". This building still stands majestically at the corner of St. Anne's Street and Broad Street on Lagos Island.
20 High Court of Lagos State, Tafawa Balewa Square Road, Lagos It is one of the oldest surviving examples of fine colonial architecture in Nigeria. It housed the Supreme Court of Lagos and later, the High Court of the Federal Territory of Lagos. A monument of great judicial history, the building remains one of the oldest and most recognizable judicial buildings in Nigeria.
21 The Palace of Agoloto, Marina Badagry “The Slave Tunnel” Opposite the Palace of Agoloto is the alignment of a tunnel locally called Ganho, which used to serve as a slave route leading to the slave port at Marina where slaves were transported on board canoes for onward journey to the 'Point of No Return'
22 Awolowo Detention Camp, Lekki (Freedom Park)

The Detention Camp was the building where Chíef Obafemi Awolowo the first Premier of defunct Western Region was confined before the infamous treasonable felony" trial of 1963 during the period of emergency rule in 1962. "Indeed the ideals of social justice and individual liberty will continue to be projected beyond the prison walls and bars until they are realized", these ideals expressed by the Late Chief Obafemi Awolowo have been realized. The detention camp has now been converted into a museum of pre and post-colonial Nigeria, housing very important resources. The Institute was commissioned on the 25th of June 2009 by His Excellency, Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN), the Executive Governor of Lagos State

23 Heviosu Shrine, Ajara The architectural design of the shrine relates to other Sango shrines in West Africa. Most South American visitors from Cuba, Mexico and Brazil are always attracted to this shrine because of its uniqueness.
24 Cannon Gun in front of Wawu Compound, Ahovikoh Quater, Badagry This is the spot where the British first hoisted their flag in 1843 in the present geographical area called Nigeria.
25 Lekki Conservation Centre, Epe-Lagos Expressway, Ajah This center serves as the headquarters of the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) which is a premier environmental Non-Governmental Organisation. The foundation was established in 1980 and is dedicated to the maintenance of ecological processes in Nigeria. The Lekki Conservation Centre which is located on the Lagos Epe Express Way opposite Chevron captures the essence of natural beauty. It is an extensive Nature Reserve of seventy-eight (78) hectares of Swamp forest and Savannah grassland. It is a haven of forest peace and tranquillity that showcases Nigeria's coastal environments, with huge browsing tortoises, over one hundred (100) species of birds, and eighty (80) types of butterflies. There is a two-kilometer plank walkway through the marshes and palms, where one can be trailed by playful Mona monkeys and might be lucky enough to spot crocodiles, monitor lizards, and forest antelope. The brave ones can climb Jacob's Ladder to a towering platform in the tree canopy and enjoy a wonderful view. The centre also boasts rare flora which benefits both traditional medicine practitioners and pharmacists alike.
26 Enu Owa Shrine, Lagos The site of the 1st Public Tap was commissioned in July 1915 by Lord Lugard. The site has been preserved by the State Government.
27 Jaekel House (Quarter 17) Railway compound Ebute Metta This building is currently being used as the headquarters of our Legacy 1995 group. It also houses the Railway mini museum.
28 Sungbo Eredo, Epe Local Government Sungbo Eredo is reputed to be Africa's largest single ancient monument. It was built about One thousand two hundred (1,200) years ago. It stretches for about one hundred and sixty (160) km along Ogun and Lagos States' watersides. The continuous stretch of gully-like wall could be as deep as twenty (20) meters in some areas. Sungbo Eredo is not only a city but a vast ancient kingdom. It is the first definitive proof and evidence that there was substantial state formation and civilization in Nigeria's rainforest same as it was in the savannah and semi-arid zones at that time. The Lagos portion of the Sungbo Eredo could be approached through Epe and viewed at Eredo Local Government. It is a potential world heritage site.
29 Oba Ojomu Palace, Ajiran, Eti-Osa Oba Ojomu Palace has been there since the early 15th Century and was rebuilt in 1922. It has a Maworun (a reserved area within the palace where women are forbidden to enter, the consequence is barrenness). The Ipebi is a hut where an Oba Elect has been fortified since 1700 A.D till date and the Odo Aba, the stream right in the palace where the Ojomu and the people drank in the earliest time
  • Grade Three Listed Sites.
S/N NAME OF SITE/MONUMENTS AND LOCATION FEATURES
1 Taiwo Olowo's Monument, Broad Street, Lagos It houses the tomb of Chief Daniel Conrad Taiwo (alias Taiwo Lowo). He died in 1901. A successful businessman of his time who wielded a lot of influence. The bust [statute] on the memorial of the Late Chief was said to have been made from melted copper pennies.
2 Cuban Lodge, 40, Odunlami Street, Lagos Island, Lagos. This Cottage was designed as an English Cottage by Christopher Thomas (British). It was completed in 1931. It is the property of the Late Mr. Hilario Campos.
3 Holy Cross Cathedral, Catholic Mission Street, Lagos. It is a masterpiece of the 18th-century European Gothic-Renaissance style.
4 Christ Church Cathedral, Marina/Odunlami Street, Lagos Island It is in the style of 18th century Gothic Renaissance. The grave of Bishop Ajayi Crowther is situated on the premises.
5 Motherless Babies' Home [old]. Marina The first location of the British High Comınission in Nigeria
6 Lagos Yacht Club The earliest social entertainment spot. The canons there served as defense for the British Colonial Government
7 Museum Kitchen, King George V Road Lagos A one-stop restaurant which is used to serve different typical Nigerian dishes everyday of the week. Also a craft shop, hair stylist shop, etc.
8 Lagos Central Mosque, Nnamdi Azikiwe Street Lagos Modern architectural masterpiece, built to replace the old mosque that is still standing
9 Lumpkin House, 10 Abibu Oki Street, Lagos Tile deeds indicate that the land was a crown grant from the Governor to William E Lumpkin in 1870, an immigrant from Sierra Leone. Its present owner is Leventis Foundation which paid for its restoration in 1991.
10 The rail tracks to East and West moles and lighthouse The tracks were laid for the transportation of boulders and rocks used for the construction of the moles
11 Muson Centre, King George V street, Onikan, Lagos Music recital hails, Amphi-Theatre, Exhibition halls, Recreation and event venues with Restaurant/Bar. An event center owned and managed by the Musical Society of Nigeria.
12 The Obelisk at Oworoshoki end of the 3rd Mainland Bridge Commemorative monument for the commissioning of the 3rd mainland bridge. It is twenty-one (21) meters high and had plaques depicting various traditional masquerades and past heroes of Nigerian history. It was donated by Julius Berger Construction Company.
13 Vlekete Slave market, Posukoh Quarters Founded around 1510 for the purpose of sorting and selling of slaves brought from the hinterland: such as Oke-Odan, Oyo, Shaki, Ketu, Abeokuta, Aiyetoro etc. Richard and John Lander were also tried as spies of the British Government in 1825 at this market.
14 First pair of Sato Drums

They were brought from Akarakumo around 1543 by Tosavi and Whensu from Dahomey (now Republic of Benin).

15 Layode Compound, 91 Marina, Badagry Typical Brazilian style architecture, it is still a solid structure
16 Akinwunmi compound, Badagry One story Building built around 1855 for Pa Solomon Zisu Akinwunmi a postmaster in the Colonial service.
17 Arigbawonwo Lodge, 73 President Soglo Way, Badagry A Brazilian architecture built in the late 19th century. Also has an extension which is a bungalow of Brazilian style built on 9th September 1948.
18 Arowolo Compound, Arowolo Quarter A one-story building of old Brazilian Architecture with antique furniture (settee and cupboards) built in 1922
19 Cannon Gun in front of Wawu Compound, Ahovikoh Quarters This is the spot where the British first hoisted their flag in 1843 in the present geographical area called Nigeria
20 Tomb of George Freemingo Huntokony" George Freemingo "Huntokony" was said to have maintained a good relationship with the Badagry people. He was an early slave merchant assassinated in 1620
21 Slave Trench, Ilobo-Eremi Dug by the natives as a hideout against slave raíders in 1856. The site still remains intact.
22 Loko-Megbeyan Shrine, Jegba Quarters The headquarters of traditional religion in Badagry. It is as old as the origin of man in the environment
23 Roman Catholic Estate, Topo The First Christian Religious estate in Nigeria was constructed in 1875. It contains a church, a dormitory, a classroom, a storey building, and a cemetery
24 Toyimi Well An accentuated well where slaves had their bath before proceeding to the unknown destination. After the slave trade, Mr. Toyimi of Ganbo Quarters preserved the well to the extent that the water from the well became the portable drinking water of the people of Badagry. The well is still in its natural form
25 Kaiyetoro-Eleko Beach, Kaiyetoro town by the Coastal Road A unique and serene beach with a coconut groove. Mostly patronized by expatriates.
26 Oso-Lekki break waters, Oshoroko, Ibeju-Lekki Local Government, Lagos The site of the State’s fishing and cultural festival
27 Statute of Urakoloye, Itamarun Roundabout, Epe The statute of the legendary founder of Epe
28 Orimedu Town Graveyard of the German Explorer, also an important transatlantic trade route
29 Osos Breakwater and Lagoon Return A rare occurrence that witnesses the merging of the Lagoon freshwater and the salty water of the Atlantic Ocean and the eventual separation of all these in twenty-four (24) hours. It is also a site for annual fishing festivals.
30 Government Rest House, Lekki Town The house where Chief Obafemi Awolowo, the first premier of Western Region was confined during the infamous treasonable felony trial of 1963
31 Central, Mosque, Epe It was completed in 1931 and replaced the one constructed in 1861. Its architectural features are remarkable having Some Brazilian influence.
32 Itokin Cenotaph Erected in commemoration of the victims of the ADC plane crash in 1996.
33 Ijede Spring Water, Ijede Ikorodu. Beautiful scenic and cool environment very comfortable for family and group picnics.
34 Iledi Osugbo Abalaye, Ajina Square, Ikorodu. Built-in 1810 through communal effort location for traditional festivals.
35 Portuguese/Brazilian Quarters. West by Tinubu Square and the East by Obalende, in the North by Bamgbose Street, and in the South by Broad Street, is declared a Grade 3 Listed Site
36 Ojomu Beach (Okun Alfa) A unique serene beach dotted with coconut grove. The Beach is mostly used for International Concerts. It hosted the first Olokun Festival in Lagos.