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Lagos

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Updated Thursday, September 10, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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01 · Overview

Lagos, in brief

Lagos, or Lagos City, is a large metropolitan port city in southwestern Nigeria. As of November 2025, the size of the city's population has been estimated to be between 17 and 21 million residents, making Lagos the largest city in Nigeria, the most populous urban area on the African continent, and one of the fastest-growing megacities in the world.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lagos

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01 · Q&A

Where is Lagos located and what are its coordinates?

Lagos is situated in Nigeria at geographic coordinates 6.4541, 3.3947 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Lagos?

Lagos has a recorded population of approximately 15,388,000 and observes the Africa/Lagos time zone (NGN).

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Lagos?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Lagos include en-NG, ha, yo, ig, ff, and the circulating currency is NGN.

04 · Q&A

How can I check live conditions and daily updates for Lagos?

Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Lagos, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.