The state that holds the title for having the most schools in Nigeria is Lagos State.

Lagos is not only the commercial hub of Nigeria, with a booming population but also the largest city in West Africa. Lagos boasts an impressive number of primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions.

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Schools in Lagos State

According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), the educational landscape of Lagos State is as follows:

Factors Contributing to Lagos State's High Number of Schools

  1. Population Density: With an estimated population of over 20 million people, Lagos has a large number of children, teenagers, and adults in need of educational facilities. This high population density is a significant driver behind the demand for more schools.

  2. Urbanization: As a commercial hub, Lagos attracts people from all parts of Nigeria and even other countries, leading to an increase in both residential and educational infrastructure. New settlements and localities continuously sprout in Lagos, necessitating more schools to serve residents.

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Here’s a list of some notable schools across different levels in Lagos State:

Primary Schools:

Secondary Schools:

Tertiary Institutions:

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