Retro series: Old photos of Lagos that you probably haven’t seen before

In this Retro series, Naij.com brings you old photos and perspectives about Lagos that you are probably unaware of.

Lagos has come a long way and its significance in Nigeria cannot be overemphasized.

The state was the capital of Nigeria for a long time and even before then; it was the white man’s delight during the slave trade period due to its strategic coastal location.

When Nigeria gained independence in 1960, Eko, as Lagos is called among the Yoruba speaking people recorded a high surge in visitors as many Nigerians moved into places once occupied by the white men.

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Many people who live in Lagos are familiar with its economic position in the country and beyond which is why it has always attracted people within and outside the country.

Many people are however unaware of how the centre of excellence looked like during the period before and after independence. Popular places like Carter Bridge, Yaba, Ikorodu Road, Ikoyi, Lagos Island, etc. have been part of the history of Lagos.

It doesn’t come as a surprise to hear people refer to Lagos as a no-man’s land. While this is entirely not true, this can be forgiven as many people have stayed in Lagos all their lives and consider it their home.

Whether Lagos is your ancestral or accepted home or you a visitor to the city, you can’t but marvel at the level of development the city as seen. This is however not accidental as Lagos has started its developmental project a long time ago.

These nostalgic photos of Lagos will show you the level of development the city has undergone and how much of the old places remain.

Can you recognise some of the places?

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