Kosofe Local Government Area
Kosofe contains major transport and food distribution centres, including the important Mile 12 market area.
Communities & Notable Areas in Kosofe LGA
Kosofe LGA encompasses the following major communities, neighbourhoods, and areas:
History of Kosofe LGA
Kosofe developed rapidly as Lagos expanded eastward. Communities along the Ikorodu Road corridor became integrated into metropolitan Lagos through housing, transport and commercial development.
Geography of Kosofe LGA
The LGA is predominantly mainland terrain with dense urban development. The area around Mile 12 and the Lagos-Ibadan corridor has particularly intense commercial activity.
Economy of Kosofe LGA
Kosofe has a major metropolitan economy built around retail, wholesale trade, transport, real estate, markets, food distribution, services and commercial property.
About Kosofe LGA — Key Facts & Context
Kosofe Local Government Area (LGA) is one of the 20 LGAs that make up Lagos State in Nigeria. Local Government Areas are the third tier of government in Nigeria, below the federal and state governments. Each LGA is governed by an elected Local Government Chairman and councillors, responsible for primary education, basic healthcare, local roads, and community development.
Size and Geography
Kosofe LGA covers an area of approximately 84 km². Its administrative headquarters is at Ogudu.
History of Kosofe LGA Creation
Kosofe LGA was formally established in 1976 as part of Nigeria's local government reform exercises carried out by the federal military government. Nigeria's current system of 774 LGAs was built through a series of administrative reforms — most significantly the 1976 reform under General Murtala Muhammed and subsequent exercises in 1991 and 1996. For the full context, see History of State Creation in Nigeria.
Kosofe LGA and Lagos State
As part of Lagos State in the South West geopolitical zone, Kosofe LGA contributes to the political, economic, and cultural character of the state. To see all LGAs in Lagos State, visit the full LGA listing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Kosofe LGA
What is Kosofe LGA known for?
Kosofe contains major transport and food distribution centres, including the important Mile 12 market area.
What is the headquarters of Kosofe LGA?
The headquarters of Kosofe LGA is Ogudu, Lagos State, Nigeria.
Which local government is Kosofe in Lagos State?
Kosofe is its own Local Government Area (LGA) in Lagos State, Nigeria. Its headquarters is Ogudu. The LGA covers an area of approximately 84 km².
What are the communities in Kosofe LGA?
The major communities and notable areas in Kosofe LGA include: Ojota, Ketu, Mile 12, Magodo, Ogudu, Alapere, Anthony, Isheri.
When was Kosofe LGA created?
Kosofe LGA was created in 1976, making it approximately 50 years old. It was established as part of Nigeria's LGA creation exercises under the federal military government.
How large is Kosofe LGA in Lagos State?
Kosofe LGA covers an area of approximately 84 square kilometres (km²), making it one of the 20 in Lagos State.
What is the population of Kosofe LGA?
The estimated population of Kosofe LGA is approximately 1115734. Note that Nigeria's last official census was conducted in 2006, so current population figures are estimates based on projections.