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Lagos Mainland Local Government

“Brains, Books, and Urban Pulse”

Old Surulere

History

Originally designed as a colonial residential extension, the Mainland quickly became an education and research hub in post-independence Nigeria

Known For

Stadium

UNILAG & Yaba Tech

Hosts two of Nigeria’s most prestigious institutions

Culture

Tech Ecosystem (Yaba)

Home to many of Nigeria’s biggest startups and tech incubators

Neighborhoods

Historic Quarters

Includes Yaba, Ebute Metta, and Onike — vibrant neighborhoods with strong middle-class roots

Location

Bridges the Island and inner Lagos, surrounded by Ikeja, Kosofe, Surulere, and Mushin

Map of Surulere