Mainland Zone

Agege

Local Government Area, Lagos State

11

Wards

22 km²

Area

459,939

Population

1976

Est.

Agege is a densely populated local government area located in the northwestern part of Lagos Mainland. Known for its vibrant commercial activities and diverse population, Agege is one of the most industrious communities in Lagos State. The area is a major hub for the textile and garment trade, with Agege market being one of the busiest in the state.

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Coordinates: 6.6193°N, 3.3192°E — HQ: Agege

Contact & Office

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Address

Agege Local Government Secretariat, Old Abeokuta Road, Agege, Lagos

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Postal Code

100283

Principal Officers

HG

Hon. Ganiyu Egunjobi

Executive Chairman

HS

Hon. Seun Adeyemi

Vice Chairman

MB

Mr. Babatunde Adewale

Head of Local Government Administration

MF

Mrs. Funke Olatunji

Director of Finance

📜 History

Agege was originally settled by Yoruba farmers and has grown significantly since the colonial era. It was officially recognised as a Local Government Area in 1976 during the local government reforms under General Murtala Muhammed. The area was historically known for cocoa farming before urbanisation transformed it into a commercial and residential district. Its proximity to the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway made it a strategic gateway between Lagos and Ogun State.

🏛️ Notable Landmarks

  • Agege Market
  • Agege Stadium
  • Our Lady of Apostles Secondary School
  • Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway
  • Pen Cinema Roundabout

⭐ Known For

Textile & garment tradeAgege breadDense urban marketsFootball (Shooting Stars)

🏘️ LCDAs

Agege LCDA
Orile-Agege LCDA
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