First and foremost, Enugu State is a state in the southeast geopolitical zone of Nigeria. It shares bothers with Benue, Kogi, Ebonyi, Abia, and Anambra State. The State of Enugu takes its capital from the largest city in the state named Enugu.

Economically, Enugu State as I mentioned earlier boasts of an abundance of coal and other mineral resources. Enugu State majors in trading, manufacturing, and agriculture. It is one of the richest states in Nigeria. It is thrilling to know that Enugu State has the tenth-highest human developmental index in Nigeria and is known to be the heart of Igboland.

The people of Enugu are known to be hospitable, peace-loving, and hardworking. Hence, if you are planning to visit the coal city-state, you are bound to enjoy your visit whether short or long.

There are lots of new and thrilling things to know about Enugu State from the people of the state, the culture, and history, to the places that you can visit.

History of Enugu State

The name of the state Enugu was derived from the capital city, Enugu. The word Enugu is pronounced “Enu Ugwu” which means “the top of the hill”. When the first European settlers arrived in the area in the 1900s led by a British mining engineer by the name of Albert Kitson, in his quest for silver, he found coal in the Udi Ridge. This is why the state is known as the coal city state. At that time, the Colonial Governor of Nigeria Fredrick Lugard took great interest in the discovery, and by 1914 the first shipment of coal was made to Britain.

Afterward, mining activities increased in the area and Foreign businesses began to move into Enugu, Enugu acquired township status in 1917 and became strategic to British interest. From Enugu, the British administration was able to spread its influence over the Southern Province of Nigeria. Enugu was created in 1991 from the eastern two-thirds of Anambra state.

Local Government Areas | Things to know about Enugu State

Presently, there are 17 local government areas in Enugu State. Below is the list of the 17 L.G.A. in Enugu State Nigeria.

• Aninri
• Awgu
• Enugu East
• Enugu North
• Ezeagu
• Igbo Etiti
• Igbo Eze North
• Igbo Eze South
• Isi Uzo
• Nkanu East
• Nkanu West
• Nsukka
• Oji River
• Udenu
• Udi
• Uzo-Uwani

Economically | Things to know about Enugu State

Economically, Enugu state is predominantly rural and the majority of the population engages in farming, trading, and services. However, the urbanized areas’ primary economic source is trading. The state boasts of a number of big markets like the Ogbete Main Market, the Orie Orba Market, and others,

Natural Resources in Enugu State

There are natural resources in Enugu that make the Economy a large one. below are some of the natural resources that can be found in the state.

• Lead
• Zinc
• Limestone
• Coal

Villages in Enugu State

There is a list of villages that you can visit in Enugu. Below is a list of villages in Enugu State, created by the Local Government Area.

• Agu-Enyi
• Ezza-Mpu
• Amachara
• Abacheku
• Amaeze
• Agbada
• Amabor
• Amagu
• Amachara
• Amabiriba
• Ogboli
• Agbogwu
• Ogidi
• Ihuezi
• Ameti
• Agbo
• Ama Egede
• Ukwu-Okpe
• Okan
• Amahab-Ovoko
• Odomogwo
• Umueze-Ogbu
• Aliyi
• Iken-Nkwo

These are the list of some of the villages in Enugu State. You can visit https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_villages_in_Enugu_State To see the complete list of villages in Enugu State.

Places to Visit in Enugu State

There are tons of exciting and beautiful places that you can visit in Enugu State. Whether you are planning on a visit or to live there, there are beautiful places that you can visit. Below is the list of places that you visit in Enugu State.

Ezeagu Tourist Complex

If you enjoy Tourist attractions and would love to visit one, then you should take a trip to the Ezeagu Tourist complex in Enugu state.

Cave of Giants

Cave of Giants is also one of the interesting tourist attraction sites in Enugu that you can visit. It serves as a tourist attraction site for both foreign and local nationals.

Ngwo cave

Ngwo cave is also one of the interesting tourist attraction sites in Enugu that you can visit. It serves as a tourist attraction site for both foreign and local nationals.

Some of the other places that you can visit in Enugu state are included below.

• Nike Lake Resort
• The Polo Park
• Ani Ozalla Lake
• Vosan Wellness Resort
• Ngwo Pine Forest
• The Oaklands

Languages in Enugu State

The official language in Nigeria is the English language. But, the country has various tribes and ethnic groups with their local dialects. The major language of the Enugu people is the Igbo language.

In conclusion

I hope we were able to share everything you needed to know about the beautiful state of Enugu. We would like you to share your thoughts with us about every new thing you learn about Enugu. You can use the comment section to share your feedback.

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If you love nature and its embodiment, it is important that you know that FCT is surrounded by abundant hills, Savannah grassland, highlands, and tropical rainforest.

Additionally, Abuja is rich in Mineral resources such as clay, tin, marble, tantalite, and others.  Also, it has a cool climate and less humid season compared to Lagos.

History of FCT

Created in 1976, FCT was formed from parts of the states of old Kwara, Kaduna, Niger and Plateau states. It is within the North central region of the country. Unlike other States in Nigeria with elected governors, it is administered by the Federal Capital Territory Administration.

FCT is located north of the confluence of the River Niger and River Benue. It shares a border with Kaduna to the northeast, Plateau to the east and south, Kogi to the southwest, and Niger to the west and northwest.

Abuja is known to be a Federal Capital Territory in Nigeria and a city in the territory that serves as the capital of Nigeria. Although FCT is smaller than other states in Nigeria, from our research, we discovered that that FCT was chosen as a capital because of its central locations, pleasant climate, easy accessibility, low population, and large land availability.

Abuja City in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT)

Abuja is a modern city located near the center of the FCT. Approximately 300 miles northwest of Lagos, the city has several recreational parks and green areas. Abuja also houses the largest park known as the Millennium Park, which was designed by the renowned architect Manfred Nicolette and was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II of England.

In addition, Abuja has lots of magnificent buildings and sites. The Nigerian National Christian Centre, the National mosque, and the federal secretariat complex. Other significant landmarks in Abuja are the Central Bank of Nigeria headquarters, NNPC towers, and Abuja National Stadium.

If you plan to visit the beautiful city of Abuja, you can pay a visit to the attractive recreational parks, green parks, rocks, hillsides, and others.

Administration | Things to know about FCT

The Federal Capital Territory is a compilation of the 36 states and one territory that makes up the Federal Republic of Nigeria’s administrative system. One of the things to know is that Abuja is the location of the Presidential villa, Supreme Court, the National Assembly, and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).

FCT comprises phases of districts, Abuja Central which is the city’s primary business zone and includes the national cultural institutes, the city hall, the National Assembly, and other government-related offices, Wuse, Garki, Maitama, and the location of European embassies.

Economy | Things to know about FCT

The mainstay of the economy of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) includes Agriculture. FCT produces maize, yams, millets, beans and sorghum. Mineral resources include Gold, Lead, Iron Ore, Feldspar, Tin, Clay, Marble, and others.

Local Government Area | Things to know about FCT

While the Federal Capital Territory minister administers the whole FCT, the Federal Capital Developmental Authority (FCDA) manages the construction and infrastructure development of the region. Hence, the territory is divided into six local government areas.

• Abaji
• Abuja Municipal
• Bwari
• Gwagwalada
• Kuje

Languages

There are more than 5 languages that are commonly spoken in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Below are the lists of the languages that are spoken in the Federal Capital Territory.

• Bassa
• Dibo
• Gupa-Abawa
• Ebira
• Gangana
• Bassa Gade
• Gbayi
• Gwandara
• Nupe
• Hausa
• Egibra
• Kami

However, the most popular language that is generally spoken in FCT is Hausa. It is widely spoken by people there.

Cities and Towns in FCT

There are beautiful cities and towns in the Federal Capital Territory that you can visit in FCT. Ranging from exquisite hotels to recreational parks, beautiful buildings, tourist attractions and so much more, here is a list of cities and towns in FCT.

• Bamburu
• Gwagwalada
• Gwarinpe
• Maitama
• Maraba
• Garki
• Kurunduma
• Asokoro
• Karu
• Kubwa
• Jikwoyi
• Masaka
• New Nyanya
• Yoba
• Zuba
• Yoba

Conclusion

FCT is a beautiful city and the Capital of the Federal Republic of Nigeria with tons of significant places in Nigeria. I hope this article was helpful to you.

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One interesting fact to know about Adamawa State is that it is the most heterogeneous state in Nigeria with over 100 indigenous ethnic groups. It was created in 1991 when the former Gongola state was divided into Adamawa and Taraba states by General Ibrahim Badamsi Babangida’s military regime.

It is significant to know that Adamawa is the eighth (8^th) largest state in the area and the thirteenth (13^th) least populous state with an estimated population of about 4.25 million as of 2016. Adamawa State is majorly composed of high mountains, rivers, and wildlife parks among others. Located in the south is the Gashaka Gumti National Park a large wildlife park that houses populations of African buffalo, Bushbuck Patas Monkey, Giant Pangolin, and Hippopotamus.

Adamawa state has been inhabited for years by several ethnic groups including the Bwatiye, Bata, Bali, Mbula-Bwazza, Kamwe, Jibu, Kilba, Marghi, and Mumuye etc. the state is also religiously diverse with about 50% of the population is Muslim and 40% is Christian.

History of Adamawa State | Things to know about Adamawa State Yola

Before Adamawa became a state in Nigeria, Adamawa was a subordinate kingdom of the Sultanate of Sokoto which included northern Cameroon. The rulers of the state bear the title emir.

The name “Adamawa”  came from the founder of the kingdom, Modibo Adama a regional leader of the Fulani Jihad. It was administratively formed in 1991 from the northeastern former Gongola state.

Adamawa state shares borders with Borno, Taraba, and Cameroon. It is also dominated by the Fulanis, Mumuye, Chamba, Kapsiki, Higi, Kilba, Gude, Hausa, Margi, Wurkum, and Bata people.

Economically, Adamawa is known for its cattle markets, cash crops, groundnuts, beans, rice, maize, and sorghum. Fishing is also one of the main sources of income in the riverine areas. The state has about 1.5 million cattle and 64 grazing reserves. Also, the state is a thriving livestock industry.

Cities in Adamawa State

Yola

Yola is the capital city of Adamawa and one of the places that you can visit in Adamawa. It is also one of the largest cities in the state with a good marketplace, hotels, restaurants, and other beautiful places.

Fufore

Fufore is a city in Adamawa State. It is also one of the largest cities in the state with a relatively large land area. You can pay a visit to the beautiful city of Fufore to get a glance at what the city looks like.

Demsa

Demsa is one of the largest and most exciting cities in the state. It houses residential areas, commercial areas, food lounges, parks, hotels, and others. You can also visit the city for fun.

Girie

Girie is one of the biggest cities in Adamawa state. It is a home for all with hospitable people. The major languages spoken here are the Bata, Fulfulde, and Tambo. It is also one of the major cities in Adamawa state and one of the cities with fun-loving people.

Gombi

Gombi is also one of the popular cities in Adamawa state. It is also one of the Local Government Areas with different ethnic groups and about 5 languages are spoken here. Some of the languages spoken in Gombi include Ga’anda, Bura-Pabir, Lala-Roba, and Ngwaba.

 Natural Resources in Adamawa State

Some of the natural resources that you can find in Adamawa state is listed below.

• Bentonite
• Kaoline
• Magnesite
• Gypsum
• Bentonite

Local Government Areas in Adamawa State

There are twenty-one local government Areas in Adamawa state. Below is the list of the Local Government Areas in the State.

• Demsa
• Fufore
• Ganye
• Girei
• Gombi
• Guyuk
• Hong
• Jada
• Lamurde
• Maiha
• Madagali
• Michika
• Mubi North
• Mayo-Belwa
• Mubi South
• Numan
• Shelleng
• Song
• Tounge
• Yola North
• Yola South

Languages | Things to know about Adamawa State Yola

Adamawa state is home to many languages because of the state’s ethnic diversity. Hence, inter-ethnic communication is mostly done using Fulfulde, Hausa, and English language. Here are the languages that are spoken in Adamawa state.

• Bali
• Bata
• Bille
• Mbula-Bwazza
• Fulfulde
• Peere
• Chamba Daka
• Tambo
• Bura-Pabir
• Ga’anda
• Hwana
• Lala-Roba
• Ngwaba
• Longuda
• Kilba
• Marghi
• Kwa
• Bacama
• Mafa
• Sukur Language
• Nzayi
• Higgi
• Fali
• Waaja
• Kaan
• Lakka
• Fulfulde
• Vere
• Chamba
• Mboi
• Yungur

These are some of the languages that are spoken in Adamawa State. You can also visit the state if you want to learn about the language.

Tourist Attractions in Adamawa State

• Kiri Dam
• Mandara Mountains
• Sukur World Heritage Site
• Ruwan Zafi Spring
• Lamido Muhammed Barkindo’s
• Shbshi Mountains
• Gashaka gumti national Park
• Kamale Mountain Peak
• Three Sisters Rock
• Yadim Waterfalls
• Fombina Palace
• The Confluence of Rivers Benue and Gongola
• Sassa Waterfalls

These are some of the tourist attraction centers in Adamawa state in Nigeria.

Educational Institutions | Things to know about Adamawa State Yola

Some of the Tertiary institutions in Adamawa state include;

• Adamawa State Polytechnic
• Adamawa State University
• American University of Nigeria
• Federal College of Education, Yola
• Federal Polytechnic, Mubi
• Modibbo Adama University

These are some of the tertiary education institutions located in Adamawa state.

Conclusion

Adamawa state is an attractive and large state in Nigeria. There are also interesting and thrilling places that you can visit with your family in Adamawa state. I hope this article was helpful enough to learn about the states and you found new and exciting things

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It shares its bothers to the southeast with Akwa Ibom, Rivers State to the south, Imo State to the west, and Cross State to the east. The name of the state was derived from the four most populated regions of the state namely Aba, Bende, Isuikwuato, and Afikpo (however, Afikpo was later joined with a part of Enugu state to form Ebonyi state in 1996).

Things to Know About Abia State

It is important to know that Abia state is the 27^th most populous with an estimated population of over 3,727 347 as of 2016. The present-day era Abia state is dominated for years by several ethnic groups, but it is majorly dominated by the Igbo People.

Economically, the state majors on the production of crude oil, agriculture, and natural gas. Some of the agricultural produce in Abia state includes yam, palm oil, cassava, and taro among others, this serves as the backbone of the economy of Abia state. Also, one of the secondary industries is the manufacturing industry. From statistics and records, Abia has the 8^th highest Human Development Index in Nigeria.

History of Abia State | Things to know about Abia State Umuahia

Abia state was formed on the 27^th of August 1991. It was created by General Ibrahim Babangida. The state is located in the South-eastern part of Nigeria. It is significant in history, to know that Abia state was created from Imo state. Hence, the two states share boundaries. In addition, Abia state is known to be one of the constituents state of the Niger Delta region. The capital of the state is known to be Umuahia while Aba is known as the mainstay for commercial activities. Abia State is also referred to as God’s own state.

Additionally, Abia state has about seventeen (17) Local Government Areas. And it is predominantly occupied by the Igbo people. They make up about 95% of the population of the state. Some of the language spoken in the state includes the Igbo language, Ibibio, and English language.

Raw materials that can be found in Abia State

• Lead/Zinc
• Gold
• Limestone
• Oil/Gas
• Salt
• Kaolin
• Limestone
• University and Colleges in Abia State
• Abia State College of Education.
• Micheal Okpara of Agriculture
• Abia State Universit
• Spritan University
• Gregory University
• Rhema University
• Clifford University
• Abia State College of Health Sciences and Management Technology
• Temple Gate Polytechnic
• Abia State Polytechnic.

Languages in Abia State |  Things to know about Abia State Umuahia.

As I mentioned earlier, Abia state is predominately occupied by the Igbo people. The major language spoken in the state is the Igbo language. However, in regions like Arochukwu, a language like Ibibio is spoken there. Also, the general language that is spoken is the English language.

Local Government Areas |

Abia state is made up of seventeen (17) Local Government Areas. Below is the list of the 17 L.G.A in Abia State.

• Aba north
• Aba South
• Arochukwu
• Bende
• IKwuano
• Isiala Ngwa North
• Isiala Ngwa South
• Isuikwuato
• Obi Ngwa
• Ohafia
• Osisioma Ngwa
• Ugwunagbo
• Ukwa East
• Ukwa West
• Umuahia North
• Umuahia South

Cities in Abia State that you can Visit

Abia State is a beautiful place to be and there are lots of beautiful places that you can visit in the state. In this part of the article, I will be listing out some of the beautiful places that you can visit in Abia state.

Osisioma Ngwa

The top of our list is Osisioma Ngwa a Local Government Area in Abia state. This is one of the most beautiful places that you can visit in the state. It has its headquarters located in Osisioma town. If you are considering relocating or paying a visit to the state, then you should visit Osisioma Ngwa.

Aba

Aba City is one of the famous and thriving cities in Abia state. However, Aba City is a city in the southeast of Abia state of Nigeria. It is also the site of commercial activity. One fact to know is that Aba city is the center for all commercial activity in Abia state. Aba was later divided into two Local Government Areas namely; Aba North and Aba South.

Umuahia

The capital city of Abia state, Umuahia is situated in the southeastern of Nigeria. It is located along the railway road that lies between Port Harcourt and Enugu City. You can pay a visit to the capital city of Umuahia to enjoy your stay and learn more about the city.

Arochukwu

Arochukwu is one of the popular places to visit in Abia State. It is famous for being called Aro Oke-Igbo. Arochukwu is the 3^rd largest city in Abia state and it is the homeland of the subgroup, Aro people. You can visit Arochukwu for fun, and visit the marketplace and the villages there.

Culture and Tourist Centers in Abia State

• Arochukwu
• The Amakama wooden cave
• Azumini Blue River Waterside
• Caves in the North such as Umunneochi
• National War Museum
• Ohafia War Dancers
• Ekpe Festivals in Umuahia
• Museum of Colonial History in Aba

Conclusion

Abia state is a beautiful and richest state in Nigeria. It is the 18^th richest state in Nigeria. There are also interesting and exciting places that you can visit with your family in Abia state. I hope this article was helpful enough to learn about the states and you found new and exciting things.

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In terms of development, Lagos State was formally made up of fishing villages and ports. But in the early 1800s till date, the city of Lagos had developed into a giant kingdom in its own right. Economically, Lagos State is one of the most productive and important states in Nigeria because it is a primary financial center and has one of the largest economies in Africa with a gross domestic product of $84 billion.

Additionally, One important thing to know is that Lagos State is also a key education, transportation, and culture hub for Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa. Lagos State has the highest literacy rate in Nigeria.

Lagosians are known to be industrious, hardworking, and peace-going. Also, Lagos is known to go by the slogan “Centre of Excellence” which is why the city is big on keeping the environment clean, good food, residential areas, exquisite hotels, recreational, parks, quality education and so much more.

There are a great number of thrilling facts and things to know about the beautiful Lagos state. From the history to the languages, the city and so much more.

History of Lagos State 

Lagos means “lakes” in Portuguese, the language of the first Europeans to arrive at the land long inhabited by the Awori which belonged to the Yorubas. It was referred to by the Awori as “Oko” or “Eko” while the Portuguese referred to it as “Onim” and later Lagos. Lagos was created on 27^th May 1967 according to the State Creation and Transitional Provisions Decree No. 14 of 1967, which made Nigeria into a federation of 12 states.

Formally, Lagos state served a dual role of being a Federal Capital and State until 1976 when the capital of the state was moved to Ikeja. Also after the full establishment of the Federal Capital Territory, based on the recommendations of Akinola Aguda-led committee by Murtala Muhammed the capital of Nigeria was reviewed and moved to Abuja on the 12^th of December 1991. However, Lagos remains the financial center of Nigeria and grew to become the most populous city in the country.

7 Lesser Known Facts About Lagos State

Lagos State is one of the largest and most urbanized states in Nigeria. It is a state in southwestern Nigeria. One amazing fun fact to know about Lagos is that it is the most populous and the smallest in area.

Lagos is the Fastest Growing City in Africa

Lagos state is one of the fastest-growing cities in Africa in population, innovation, technological developments, education, finance and so much more. Popularly called “Eko, Lasgidi, and Lag” it is one of the 36 states of Nigeria. It was formally the capital of Nigeria in 1995 before it was moved to Abuja FCT. In terms of population, Lagos State has an estimated population of 12.4 million persons.

Lagos is a City for all people

Lagos state is a fun and loving place to be. It is a famous fact that the city of Lagos is one of the cities in Nigeria to accommodate natives from all tribes, religions, languages, and cultures in Nigeria. Additionally, Lagos state is a city where you can find people from all works and corners of Nigeria. Lagos State comprises the known “WAZOBIA” tribe and other ethnic groups in Nigeria.

Lagos is one of the best Commercial Cities in Africa

One known fact about Lagos State is that it is a giant of its own. Lagos has become a major commercial center in Nigeria. With the aid of all means of transportation, commercial activities are a popular entity in Lagos. There are several big and major markets in Lagos, and you can find a wide range of products and services in the state. Some of the commercial activities in Lagos include Transportation, Marketing, Industries, Buying and Selling, Real estate management, and so much more.

Lagos as Africa’s Entertainment Hub

Lagos state is also one of the states where you get all of Africa’s entertainment ranging from music to concerts, dance troupes, singing contests, cooking contests, book contests, fashion contests, and shows.

Food in Lagos

Are you a food enthusiast? There are varieties of food delicacies in Lagos. You cannot visit Lagos and not find our local dishes appetizing. From roasted plantain popularly called “Bole” to our Nigerian Jollof rice, Suya, Village rice, Efo Riro, Afang soup, and a wider range of delicacies. Lagos is the best place to start your food travel blog in Nigeria. One of the fun things to do in Lagos state is to visit local restaurants like Amala Joint, or other food outlets. This also includes international restaurants such as Chinese restaurants.

Traffic in Lagos

Aside from all the beautiful things to say about Lagos, traffic in Lagos can be overwhelming due to the traffic congestion which can be very tiring. As I said earlier, Lagos is a fast-growing and populated city in Nigeria. Hence, individuals from all works of life reside in Lagos. To avoid this, you will have to always wake up early to beat the morning traffic congestion. One thing about Lagos is that you will learn many things the easy or hard way without anyone teaching you.

Stay Clear Trouble and Public Wahala

If you want to enjoy a peaceful and calm stay in Lagos, one of the ways to do that is to stay away from troubles and disagreements. Learn to say you are sorry to avoid any fights or disagreements. Also, never engage in a fight with a bus conductor because most of them can frustrate you, just learn to keep your calm. Also, be very watchful when using public transport so you don’t fall victim to evil happenings. Always pray before entering a public transport system to be safe.

Local Government Area | Things to know about Lagos State

Lagos state has evolved in terms of development and creation of Local government areas. Presently, Lagos State is divided into five administrative divisions, which are further divided into twenty (20) local government areas. They are;

1. Agege
2. Alimosho
3. Ifako-Ijaye
4. Ikeja
5. Kosofer
6. Mushin
7. Oshodi-Isolo
8. Shomolu
9. Apapa
10. Eti-Osa
11. Lagos Island
12. Lagos Mainland
13. Surulere
14. Ajeromi-Ifelodun
15. Amuwo-Odofin
16. Ojo
17. Badagry
18. Ikorodu
19. Ibeju Lekki
20. Epe

Cities and Towns

Ikeja

Ikeja is the State capital of Lagos State. It is worthwhile to know that Ikeja is a residential and commercial town with tons of shopping malls, luxurious hotels, pharmacies, and government. The popular Murtala Mohammed International Airport is located in Lagos. Ikeja also has the largest shopping center on the mainland and also the largest computer village.

Lekki

Lekki is a city in the southeastern part of the state. That was formed as a peninsula. It is one of the most luxurious places to live or visit in the city of Lagos. It currently houses several estates, agricultural farmlands, and residential areas.

Ikorodu

Ikorodu is the third largest city in the southwest after Ibadan and Lagos. It is also the 12^th largest city in Nigeria with over 1,041,066 populations as of 2022.  Currently, Ikorodu is known to be undergoing developments because more people are beginning to build commercial and residential areas.

Other Cities and Towns include;  Victoria Island, Ojuelegba, Epe, Surulere, Somolu, Mushin, Yaba, Lagos Island, Makoko, and others.

Governor of Lagos State

The current governor of Lagos State is Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu who won the March 11, 2023 election for a second term in office.

Educational Institutions in Lagos State

• Adeniran Ogunsanya College if Education
• Anchor University
• Augustine University IIara, Epe
• Caleb University
• Federal College of Education, Akoka
• Federal College of Fisheries and Marine Technology
• Lagos Business School
• Lagos City Polytechnic
• Lagos State College of Health Technology
• Lagos State University of Science and Technology
• Lagos State University
• Lagos State\ University College of Medicine
• Micheal Otedola College of Primary Education
• National Open Univertsity of Nigberia
• Nigeria Institute of Journalism
• Pan Atlantic University
• University of Lagos
• Yaba College of Technology
• Adeniran Ogunsanya College of Education

Tourism Center 

There are lots of tourist centers and recreational parks that you can visit in Lagos State. Lagos houses the most commercial, residential, and recreational centers in Nigeria. Here is a list of some of the tourist places in Lagos.

• Atlas Cove, Apapa
• Bar Beach, Victoria Island
• Elegushi Beach
• Tarkwa Bay Beach
• Topo Island, Badagry
• King Ado Statue, Lagos Island
• Tafawa Balewa Square

Languages in Lagos State 

It is no news that the official language in Nigeria is English Language. Hence, the most spoken language in Lagos State is the English Language. However, it is spoken less frequently in rural areas. Other major languages spoken in Lagos state include Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo, Ibibio, Tiv, Kanuri, and Pidgin.

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The Award, supported by Absa, recognizes outstanding examples of investigative reporting from Africa that reveal untold stories, hold the powerful to account, question those in public life and serve the public interest. The prize is $5 000.

The Award is open to all journalists or teams of journalists working in any media for stories from and about Africa published or broadcast in African media between 1 June 2022 to 1 June 2023.

Entries close at 14H00 on 15 September 2023. The award ceremony will be held at the African Investigative Journalism Conference in Johannesburg, Nov 20-22 2023.

Entries close at 14H00 on 15 September 2023.

The rules

The Award recognizes the best example of investigative reporting from and about Africa over the year ending end-June. The Award can be made to a journalist or a team of journalists working in any medium. It can be for a single story or a series of stories published or broadcast in Africa in the previous year.

Winners will be chosen by a panel of judges who have the discretion to set and use criteria they consider to be appropriate and reasonable. They will take into account:

• The originality of the story and the revelations it contains
• The investigative work that went into it, particularly inventiveness and persistence or courage
• The impact of the story, particularly in relation to public service

No individual journalist or organization can be part of more than two entries. Each entry may consist of no more than five stories.

How to Enter | AIJC African Investigative Journalist Award

Please read How to Enter, below, carefully to avoid being disqualified for non-compliance.

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MPIL Journalists in Residence are free to pursue their own research. They are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunity to exchange ideas with researchers at the institute and to participate in our various work and discussion formats.

The MPIL Journalist in Residence Fellowship is geared towards freelance and staff journalists from all media (print, online, radio, television) who report and write regularly on legal and constitutional topics, or topics from politics, the economy, and research-related topics.

A monthly research grant is offered for the duration of the stay. The Institute provides desk space and access to all research resources of the Institute’s library.

We are currently accepting applications for the 2024 Journalist in Residence Fellowships. The application deadline is 06 October 2023, 12:00 pm CET. Please find the full call for applications as well as the link to the online application form here.

About the Fellowship

The Fellowship enables journalists with several years of experience to spend three months in 2024 at the Institute. The time and duration of the stay (between March and November 2024) will be agreed upon individually. MPIL Journalists in Residence are free to pursue their own research.

They are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunity to exchange ideas with our researchers and to participate in our various work and discussion formats. The Fellowship is geared towards freelance and staff journalists from all media (print, online, radio, television) who report and write regularly on legal and constitutional topics, or topics from politics, the economy, and research.

A monthly research grant of up to 3.500€, based on the fellow’s qualifications and experience, is offered for the duration of the stay. The Institute provides desk space and access to all research resources in the Institute’s library

Requirements

Please upload one PDF file with your application in English or German, including:

(1)  a brief portrait of your own journalistic work

(2)  a curriculum vitae

(3)   three work samples with relevance to the research topics of the institute

(4)  a short outline of your proposed research plan for your stay at the Institute (max. 2000 characters)

(5)   details of your preferred dates (between March and November 2023) and intended duration of stay.

How to Apply | The MPIL Journalist in Residence Fellowship

Click on this link to Apply

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Announced in partnership with EbonyLife Creative Academy (ELCA), an institution that offers world-class courses for filmmakers, winners of the competition will receive up to N2 million in cinematography equipment – Sony a6400 4K Mirrorless Cameras, Sony ZV-E10 Mirrorless Camera – and videography masterclasses at ELCA.

Participating content creators will be required to create a 3-5 minutes short film that captures key findings from Jobberman’s How Young People Survive without Jobs report, published in partnership with the MasterCard Foundation.

The content creators’ competition is a partnership with the MasterCard Foundation as part of its Young Africa Works strategy. The goal of the Young Africa Works strategy is to create economic opportunities for 10 million young Nigerians, particularly women, to enable access to dignified and fulfilling work, especially in the creative sector and digital economy.

Requirements | Jobberman Partners EbonyLife Creative Academy for a short-film competition

Young creatives will be required to create a socially conscious film that masterfully blends entertainment and the stark realities of Nigeria’s unemployed youths. The film could be a comedy, documentary, or any other scripted format. Using real or fictional characters, short film entries are required to highlight key issues addressed in the report, including

• Less than 1% of unemployed youths receive support from government and religious organizations
• 60% of unemployed youths in the North East have been without work for at least 3 years

A judging panel from ELCA will select the most promising and brilliantly executed films. The top 10 entrants will proceed to the next phase of the competition, where three contestants will emerge as the overall winners of the competition.

All entries must be published by August 24, 2023.

The top 10 participants would be part of a Sony demo workshop that will include practical sessions on the Sony FX 30 and FX 6. This is tentatively scheduled for the 26th of August at the ELCA campus.

Prizes will be awarded in the following categories:

• Overall Winner – Sony a6400 4K Mirrorless Camera with 18-135mm lens plus Sony Bag
• Runner up -Sony a6400 4K Mirrorless Camera with 16-50MM lens
• 1st Runner Up – Sony ZV-E10 Mirrorless Camera with 16-50mm Lens

Interested participants are to post their video entries on their social media pages using #JobbermanELCAShortFilim and #JobbermanxELCA.

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