Somolu is a blend of residential and commercial areas in Lagos Mainland. Somolu is the major hub of printing press companies in Lagos, Nigeria, and in Africa as a whole. The cost of renting accommodation in Somolu is considerably affordable. The majority of the residents in Somolu lack water and adequate power supply. Expect to see a lot of religious centres in Somolu as well as a number of street urchins.
The major schools in Somolu are; Mbari Mbayo Secondary School, Saviour Nursery/ Primary School, Bumsy Jo Nursery and Primary School, St. Angus School, Angus Memorial Senior High School, Corona School, CMS Grammar School, Baptist Academy and Crown Gate School.
There is a central police station at Somolu. The popular areas in Somolu are; Palmgrove, Onipanu, Fadeyi and Obanikoro. The following hotels are in Somolu; Royal Hills Hotel, De Bluezzz Hotel, B Giwa Company, Old Trafford Hotels, and Juliet Hotel & Nite Club. Oguntolu general hospital is also popular here.
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1 Beds 1 Baths 2 Toilets Somolu, located in Lagos Mainland, is a mix of residential and commercial areas and serves as the leading hub for printing press companies in Lagos and Africa. The cost of renting accommodation in Somolu is relatively affordable, though many residents face challenges with water and electricity supply. The area has a strong presence of religious centers and street urchins. Notable schools in Somolu include CMS Grammar School, Baptist Academy, Angus Memorial Senior High School, and Corona School. Popular neighborhoods include Palmgrove, Onipanu, Fadeyi, and Obanikoro. Somolu also features several hotels like Royal Hills Hotel and Old Trafford Hotels, as well as Oguntolu General Hospital and a central police station.
The fun spots in Shomolu includes Mr Biggs, Tantalizer, bars and suya spots.
Somolu is known for its vibrant markets, such as the popular Owonifari Market, where various goods and services are bought and sold. It is also home to several educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and recreational parks.
The residents of Somolu engage in various economic activities, including trade, commerce, manufacturing, and services, to earn a living and support their families.
The Watchtower Market, a Sunday morning market, is located at Somolu. Alade market and Olaleye market are in Somolu. Addide Supermarket is in Shomolu. The National Orthopaedic Hospital is also located at Somolu. Most all the houses in Somolu are old, so to revive them there are few renovations and remodellings going on in the area.
Entrepreneurs, business owners, working class, families, middle class people