City Hall, Lagos
Catholic Mission Street, Lagos Island
City Hall, Lagos was established in 1900, Built by Lagos State Government in 1900.
ABOUT
City Hall was established in 1900 to serve as the Local Government Secretariat of the past British Lagos Colony. It is situated in the centre of the Lagos Business District. The City was the base of political and administrative duties in the state in the time Lagos served as the capital city of Nigeria. It is the oldest Local Government headquarters in the history of Nigeria. This hall holds great memories of the political, commercial, and cultural story of the old Lagos State.
In March 2007, the City Hall was refurbished to fit the modern standard of architectural designs. Since this renovation was done, the City Hall has been a top site attraction in Lagos State.
SERVICES
Re-modelled and renovated to its present modern look by the Babatunde Fashola administration, it is now a major event centre and tourist attraction.BEST FEATURES
- Historical monuments
- Easily Accessible location
- Security
WHO CAN VISIT
City Hall is open to local and foreign tourists who want to explore and learn more about Nigerian history.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
City Hall is open every day of the week except Sundays.
SAFETY
This is a very safe locationWays Of Travel
By car and motorbike
Notable As
one of the historic buildings in Nigeria
Quote About Place
["\"At last, Lagos City Hall wears new look\" - Vanguard Newspaper","\"At last, Lagos City Hall wears new look\" - Vanguard Newspaper"]
Things To Do
["Host events","Have corporate meetings"]
Demolished In
1998
Time Rebuilt
2009
What To Bring
["Camera"]
Nice Things About Place
It has service facilities like central air conditioning, CCTV, four lifts, four standby generators provided within the well secured site.
Reason To Recommend Place
The hall is a historical, political and cultural landmark for metropolitan Lagos. For this reason, it is one of the exclusive event centers presently.
