Ikeja
Local Government Area, Lagos State
11
Wards
46 km²
Area
313,196
Population
1976
Est.
Ikeja is the capital of Lagos State and the administrative headquarters of Lagos State Government. Home to the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, the Lagos State Secretariat at Alausa, the Lagos State House of Assembly and numerous government institutions, Ikeja is the political nerve centre of Nigeria's most commercially significant state. The Ikeja GRA remains one of the most exclusive residential districts in Nigeria.
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Principal Officers
Hon. Mojeed Balogun
Executive Chairman
Mrs. Bisi Adeyemi
Head of Local Government Administration
Mr. Tunde Olawale
Director of Finance
📜 History
Ikeja's history as a seat of government dates to the colonial era when the British established administrative offices in the area due to its strategic location inland from Lagos Island. After Nigerian independence, Ikeja Airport (later renamed after General Murtala Muhammed) became the primary international gateway into Nigeria. When Lagos State was created in 1967, Ikeja was designated the state capital, a role it continues to fulfil. The 2002 Ikeja Military Cantonment explosion remains one of the most devastating disasters in the LGA's history.
🏛️ Notable Landmarks
- Murtala Muhammed International Airport
- Lagos State Secretariat, Alausa
- Ikeja GRA
- Computer Village
- Lagos State House of Assembly
- Sheraton Lagos Hotel
⭐ Known For
🏘️ LCDAs
LCDAs & Wards
2 LCDAs · 10 wardsData may be subject to updates. Verify directly with the LGA secretariat.