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Kosofe Local Government

“Market Heartbeat and Transit Crossroads”

Old Surulere

History

Created in 1996, Kosofe developed from neighborhoods like Ojota, Maryland, and Ketu. It became known for its commercial vitality and strategic road networks

Known For

Stadium

Mile 12 Market

major wholesale market for foodstuffs from across Nigeria

Culture

Ojota Interchange

A gateway for road commuters and intercity buses

Neighborhoods

Religious Diversity

Known for peaceful coexistence of large Christian and Muslim populations

Location

Situated in north-central Lagos, it borders Ikeja, Ikorodu, Shomolu, and Lagos Mainland

Map of Surulere