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Agege Local Government

“Cradle of Strength, Sports, and Street Energy”

Old Surulere

History

Agege was established in 1954 and grew from a railway town into a dense, energetic suburb with strong community roots

Known For

Stadium

Railway Heritage

Hosts one of Nigeria’s earliest and busiest train stations

Culture

Grassroots Sports

Known for producing top athletes and hosting street football tournaments

Neighborhoods

Agege Market

A buzzing commercial zone known for fresh food, fabrics, and street trade

Location

Borders Ikeja, Alimosho, and Ifako-Ijaiye

Map of Surulere