Lagos
Country: Nigeria
Region: Africa
Period: 1914-1991
Location: 6.455027°N, 3.384082°E
Description
Lagos, situated on the southwestern coast of Nigeria, was a key city during the British colonial period. Originally a Yoruba settlement, it became a major port and administrative center after British annexation in 1861, serving as the capital of colonial Nigeria until 1960.
Modern Remains
Today, Lagos is Nigeria’s largest city and commercial capital. Colonial-era architecture remains in areas like Lagos Island and Ikoyi, including structures like the old Government House and the Cathedral Church of Christ. These landmarks reflect its layered colonial past amid its rapid urban expansion.