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Apapa Local Government

“Maritime Capital of Nigeria”

Old Surulere

History

One of Lagos’s oldest districts, Apapa developed as a colonial port in the 19th century and became Nigeria’s maritime capital.

Known For

Stadium

Apapa Port

Largest sea port in Nigeria

Culture

Shipping Companies HQ

Maritime, oil & gas hubs

Neighborhoods

Industrial Layouts

Warehousing and container depots

Location

Located along Lagos Lagoon, adjacent to Lagos Island, Surulere, and Ajeromi-Ifelodun

Map of Surulere