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Ikeja, Capital city in Lagos, Nigeria.

Ikeja consists of various districts including Anifowose, Oregun, and Ojodu, with extensive industrial zones and commercial centers spread across the landscape.

The settlement transformed from an agricultural hub into an industrial center after the construction of the Lagos-Ibadan railway line in 1901.

The New Afrika Shrine and Kalakuta Museum maintain connections to Nigerian music through regular performances and exhibitions of musical heritage.

Murtala Mohammed International Airport serves as the main aviation gateway to Lagos, connecting the region with domestic and international destinations.

Computer Village, a large technology market in Ikeja, functions as a central distribution point for electronic devices throughout West Africa.

Location: Lagos State

Inception: 15

Elevation above the sea: 39 m

Website: https://ikeja.lg.gov.ng

GPS coordinates: 6.59606,3.34079

Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:55

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