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Lagos at a glance
- Country
- Nigeria
- Airports
- Murtala Muhammed International (LOS)
- Search code
LOS- Money
- Nigerian naira (NGN)
Discover Lagos
Africa's biggest city by many counts: Afrobeats, Nollywood, beaches and a restless energy. Lagos is loud, creative and full of life.
What it's called
- Èkóthe city's Yoruba name
- Lasgidia popular nickname
- Center of Excellencethe slogan on its license plates
Things to do in Lagos
Nature
NightlifeAfrobeats nights
Live music at the New Afrika Shrine and clubs on Victoria Island.
About Nigeria
Nigeria is Africa's most populous country, with more than 200 million people and over 250 ethnic groups. It runs from Atlantic beaches and mangroves in the south to savanna and rocky hills in the north.
- CapitalAbuja
- MoneyNigerian naira (NGN)
- LanguageEnglish, plus Yoruba, Igbo, Hausa and Nigerian Pidgin
Economy
One of Africa's largest economies. Oil and gas bring in most export money, but tech, banking, telecoms and entertainment are growing fast, and Lagos has one of Africa's busiest start-up scenes.
Culture
A cultural powerhouse. Afrobeats stars fill stadiums around the world, and Nollywood is one of the biggest film industries on earth by number of films. Expect jollof rice, bold fabrics and big parties called owambe.
Places to visit
- Lagosbeaches, art galleries and nightlife
- Abujathe capital, with Aso Rock and Zuma Rock nearby
- Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grovea forest shrine on UNESCO's list
- Obudu Mountain Resortcool hills and a cable car
- Yankari Game Reserveelephants and warm springs
- Olumo Rocka historic rock fortress in Abeokuta
Why Nigeria is worth it for you
- English is officialEasy to talk, read signs and get around.
- Music and nightlifeLive Afrobeats, concerts and the famous 'Detty December' party season.
- Food you won't forgetJollof, suya, pounded yam and pepper soup.
- Connect with the cultureFestivals, markets and art straight from the source.
Travel more of Nigeria
Places worth adding to your trip, from Lagos or on another visit.
LandmarkAbuja
The planned capital, with Aso Rock and the National Mosque.
Eat like a local
- Jollof riceSmoky tomato rice, often with chicken.
- SuyaSpicy grilled beef skewers.
- Puff-puffSweet fried dough balls.
The story of Lagos
Lagos grew as an Awori Yoruba settlement and a Benin Kingdom outpost. Portuguese traders named it Lagos, meaning "lakes." Britain annexed it in 1861. It was Nigeria's capital until 1991 and is still its business heart.
Nigeria through history
- c. 1000 BC
The Nok culture makes some of Africa's oldest known sculptures.
- 1100s–1800s
The Kingdom of Benin, famous for its bronzes, rises and thrives.
- 1861
Britain annexes Lagos.
- 1914
North and South are joined as Nigeria.
- 1960
Independence on October 1.
- 1991
The capital moves from Lagos to Abuja.
Good to know
- Best time to go
- November to February is the dry season. Plan for traffic all year.
- Getting around
- Ride-hailing apps are the easiest way around; ferries cross the lagoon, and the Blue Line rail is growing.
- Language
- English, plus Yoruba, Igbo, Hausa and Nigerian Pidgin
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Questions about Lagos
Which airports serve Lagos?
Murtala Muhammed International (LOS). Search code: LOS.
What currency is used in Lagos?
Nigerian naira (NGN).
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