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Lagos is the capital city of Nigeria with a population of 15,070,000 inhabitants, making it one of the world's largest megacities. Discover its history, landmarks, and cultural heritage.
Notable personalities born in Lagos include: Hakeem Olajuwon, Victor Osimhen, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Victor Moses, Obafemi Martins.
Lagos in Nigeria
Population
16,625,170
(2026 estimate)
Area
1,171.3
km²
Elevation
34
m
Density
14,194
inh./km²
Coordinates
6.5° N
3.4° E
3.4° E
Lagos Population Evolution
The population of Lagos in 2026 is estimated to 16,625,170 inhabitants. This estimate is taken from our extrapolation of available data and not an official estimate.
Population Summary
| Year | Population | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 73,766 | |
| 1950 | 325,218 | +340.9% |
| 1980 | 2,572,218 | +690.9% |
| 2006 | 8,048,430 | +212.9% |
| 2022 | 15,070,000 | +87.2% |
Interactive Map of Lagos
Points of Interest
What to see in Lagos
Lagos National Stadium
Trans-Sahara Highway
Third Mainland Bridge
Nigerian National Museum, Lagos
Lagos–Mombasa Highway
Famous People Born in Lagos
Bola Ahmed Tinubu
businessperson
Born 1952
Hakeem Olajuwon
basketball player
Born 1963
Obafemi Martins
association football player
Born 1984
Victor Moses
association football player
Born 1990
Alex Iwobi
musician
Born 1996
Victor Osimhen
association football player
Born 1998
Other facts about Lagos
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