{"id":10948,"date":"2018-09-24T00:00:17","date_gmt":"2018-09-23T23:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.propertypro.ng\/blog\/?p=10948"},"modified":"2018-09-24T16:58:35","modified_gmt":"2018-09-24T15:58:35","slug":"lagos-island-the-other-half-of-lagos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/propertypro.ng\/blog\/lagos-island-the-other-half-of-lagos\/","title":{"rendered":"Lagos Island: The Other Half of Lagos"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are several<\/span> facts about Lagos<\/b><\/a> that you must have heard of; <\/span>Lagos<\/b> is a state in the west of <\/span>Nigeria<\/b>, Lagos is the <\/span>most populous state in Nigeria<\/b> with over 10 million people in the city, it is considered the <\/span>economic and commercial capital of West Africa<\/b>, and one of the fastest growing cities in the world. There is more to Lagos than facts and the stories that make the news. <\/span><\/p>\n

The lifestyle in the city is one thing which distinguishes Lagos from other states within the country. Lagos is home to everyone and everything. It is also not news that the city is divided into two parts: the <\/span>Lagos Mainland<\/b> and <\/span>Lagos Island<\/b>. The idea of Lagos and its halves is something we often find ourselves talking or thinking about, either consciously or unconsciously. <\/span><\/p>\n

The possibility that, at some point, you might have gotten into an argument – not necessarily heated – with a couple of friends about which half is the <\/span>best place to live in Lagos<\/b>. However, if you are undecided about picking sides because you don\u2019t live in Lagos, on the blog, we have a list of<\/span> 10 reasons you need to live in Lagos<\/b><\/a>. Though this is definitely not the crux of this article.<\/span><\/p>\n

Now, back to the topic, there are chances you have argued with friends, either on social media or off social media, about the best <\/span>hangouts spots in Lagos<\/b>. It might probably have been an argument about the best <\/span>recreational places in \u00a0Lagos<\/b> or the best <\/span>relaxation spots in Lagos<\/b>, especially on a weekend. The weekend is actually one thing most people look forward to in Lagos. <\/span><\/p>\n

For some, it is that time to ease the week\u2019s stress and spend more time with their family. While for others, it\u2019s another weekend for <\/span>Owanbe<\/b>. What is Lagos actually without its Owanbe – parties!<\/span><\/p>\n

Lagos Island<\/span><\/h2>\n

As earlier mentioned, it is this lifestyle that distinguishes Lagos state from the other states. However, this article is focused on <\/span>Lagos Island: the other half of Lagos<\/b>. The reason for this is simple. Often times when people think of Lagos, especially from an outsider’s perspective, it is easy to judge Lagos solely about the activities on the Lagos Mainland alone. <\/span><\/p>\n

For this set of people, their knowledge of Lagos is shaped by the stories about <\/span>Oshodi, Agege, Mile 12, Ketu, Abule Egba, Ikeja, Ojota, Ikorodu, Mushin<\/b> and other landmarks with the Lagos Mainland. What they know about the Lagos Island is often limited to the downtown of <\/span>Isale Eko, Idunmota, Apongbon<\/b> and its environs. <\/span><\/p>\n

They have little or no knowledge about <\/span>Lekki, Obalende, Ajah, Epe, Ikoyi<\/b>, the streets of Victoria Island like <\/span>Ahmadu Bello Way, Adeola Odeku, Ozumba Mbadiwe, Tiamiyu Savage, Ligali Ayorinde, Ajose Adeogun, Etim Inyang Cresent, Muri Okunola, Adetokunbo Ademola<\/b> among others.<\/span><\/p>\n

Overview of Lagos Island<\/span><\/h2>\n

Lagos Island is the other part of Lagos that is basically surrounded by water. The first thing you probably might notice about this part of the Lagos is that it is home to beautiful architectural structures and skyscrapers in the city. The Lagos Island comprises of places like Lagos Island (which is often referred to as Eko), Victoria Island, Ikoyi, Lekki, Epe and its environs. <\/span><\/p>\n

For instance, Lagos Island (Eko) is the gateway to the more affluent neighbourhoods like Ikoyi, Victoria Island and Lekki. Lagos Island aside being home to beautiful structures and skyscrapers, it is also the hub to the business district of Lagos state. This is evident as several financial institutions have their head offices in this part of Lagos. <\/span><\/p>\n

Another thing you are likely going to notice when you visit Lagos Island is that it is also home to some of the luxurious hotels in Lagos, and Nigeria as a whole. Some of the most popular and biggest <\/span>Lagos Island markets<\/b> are Balogun market, Idumota among others. In terms of relaxation and recreational spots, this part of the state definitely has some of the best places in Lagos.<\/span><\/p>\n

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