Fun facts about Lagos
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Lagos is derived from the Portuguese word for 'lakes'.
Lagos
Nigeria
Lagos, or Lagos City, is a large metropolitan port city in southwestern Nigeria.
From the “Etymology” section
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Lagos was formerly the capital city of Nigeria until Abuja took over in 1991.
Lagos
Nigeria
Lagos, or Lagos City, is a large metropolitan port city in southwestern Nigeria.
From the “Administration” section
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Lagos is experiencing a population increase of about 275,000 persons per annum due to rural migration.
Lagos
Nigeria
Lagos, or Lagos City, is a large metropolitan port city in southwestern Nigeria.
From the “Demography” section
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The city of Lagos has the tallest skyline in Nigeria.
Lagos
Nigeria
Lagos, or Lagos City, is a large metropolitan port city in southwestern Nigeria.
From the “Geography” section
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Lagos has sandy beaches by the Atlantic Ocean, including Tarkwa Bay and Elegushi Beach.
Lagos
Nigeria
Lagos, or Lagos City, is a large metropolitan port city in southwestern Nigeria.
From the “Tourism” section
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