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Shomolu, Nigeria
Lagos · Nigeria
Shomolu is a large city in Lagos, Nigeria with a population of 154,390. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Shomolu
Somolu is a local government area (LGA) in Lagos. It is located in Southwest Nigeria, North of Lagos city, and its administrative headquarters is located on Durosimi Street. Somolu Local Government is part of the Lagos East Senatorial Zone and a lawmaker represents the district at the Federal House of Representatives. Somolu is plagued by problems of poor sanitation, high rent, overall poverty, and youth criminal subculture. It is also known for its printing industry, which is the largest in Lagos and one of the most diverse in the world. Most notably, offset and digital print shops can be found both off and on Bajulaiye Road as well as Oguntolu and many more.
People
Climate
| Population | 154,390 |
| Population Density | 25,519 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.5389°, 3.3742° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| Country | 🇳🇬 Nigeria |
| State / Province | Lagos |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.2 inches (1,479 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Shomolu
Shomolu is a large city in Nigeria (Lagos) with a population of 154,390. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lagos.
Climate in Shomolu
Shomolu has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1687 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.7°F |
| 49% above Nigeria avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 230 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 6.1 sq mi (15.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 25,519/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.5389°N, 3.3742°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (29°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 5.3 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 8.0 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 11.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 7.0 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 6.7 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 0.7 in |
Shomolu has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in August to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 58.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.2") and January the driest (0.6").
Schools in Shomolu
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMS Grammar School | — | — | — | — |
| Indian Language School Lagos | — | — | — | — |
| Igbobi College | — | — | — | — |
| College Hall | — | — | — | — |
| Lagos Baptist Academy | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Shomolu
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bond 92.9 FM | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Nigerian Gospel Music Radio (MP3) | christian, gospel | MP3 | |
| MajorFM | 80s, dj mixes | MP3 | |
| Air Gospel | — | MP3 | |
| The Today Africa Radio | rock | MP3 | |
| Konga103.7FM | business, commerce | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Air Radio | — | MP3 | |
| GoRadio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| GoRadio ng | afrobeat, gospel | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Shomolu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
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| Aircraft | ||||
| Didi Museum | ||||
| Lasu Museum | ||||
| National Museum | ||||
| National Museum |
Libraries in Shomolu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
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| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Covenant University Center for Learning Resources | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pan African Research Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Pan African Research Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Pan African Research Centre | 0.0 | |||||
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| Unilag Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
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| Unilag Main Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shomolu
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| Plank Market | |||||
| Sabo Market | |||||
| solomon banjo plaza | |||||
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| Temidire Dopemu Market |
Hotels in Shomolu
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Shomolu
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shomolu
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Shomolu
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Shomolu
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Campos Memorial Mini Stadium | ||
| Lagos National Stadium | ||
| Mobolaji Johnson Arena |
Airports Near Shomolu
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Murtala Muhammed International Airport | LOS | Large Airport |
Treatment Centers in Shomolu
47 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Adeniji Adele PHC | ||
| Adeniji Adele PHC | ||
| Adeniji Adele PHC | ||
| Adeniji Adele PHC | ||
| Adeniji Adele PHC | ||
| Agboyi primary health Centre (PHC) | ||
| Agboyi primary health Centre (PHC) | ||
| Anikantamo Health Post | ||
| Anikantamo Health Post | ||
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| Carry medical clinic | ||
| Donas Hospital | ||
| Geo Medical Center | ||
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| Gilgal Dental Clinics | ||
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| Josemaria specialist clinic | ||
| Oke Ari Health Post | ||
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| Olowogbowo Primary Health Centre | ||
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| Olowogbowo Primary Health Centre | ||
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| Runsewe Hospital | ||
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| Zenith PHC | ||
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| Zenith PHC |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shomolu
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
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| Assemblies of God Church, Bariga | |
| CCC OMOALADE ALAFIA PARISH SOMOLU LAGOS | |
| College Central mosque | |
| Deeper Life Bible Church | |
| His Worship Christian Network | |
| The Gospel Church of Holy C&S | |
| The Redeemed Evangelical Mission |
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Quick Facts
Around Shomolu
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Shomolu
4 places within 15 km
- • Atlas Beach
- • Oniru Private Beach
- • Baale House
- • Terra Kulture Gallery
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Public Holidays in Nigeria
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What is the population of Shomolu?
Shomolu has a population of 154,390 residents and is located in Nigeria. The population density is 25,519 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shomolu?
Shomolu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.2 inches.