Lagos State

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/lagos-state

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1. Where is Lagos State?Southwestern Nigeria, situated on the Atlantic coast
2. How big is Lagos State?Smallest state by land area in Nigeria, approximately 3,345 square kilometers
3. What is the capital of Lagos State?Ikeja
4. What is the principal city?Lagos, Africa's most populous city
5. What is the human development index?Highest in Nigeria, indicating strong performance in health, education, and living standards
6. Why is Lagos State so crowded?Many people move there because it has jobs, markets, and a port for trade. The state grew fast after it became its own state in 1967. The mix of different cultures also attracts people.

Ecoregion: A distinct ecological region characterized by specific climate, geography, and biodiversity.
Cosmopolitan: Including people from many different countries and cultures.
Gross Domestic Product (GDP): The total value of goods and services produced in a country or region in a specific time period.
Human Development Index (HDI): A composite statistic of life expectancy, education, and per capita income indicators.