Johnson Jakande Tinubu Park

Johnson Jakande Tinubu Park
Interactive map of Johnson Jakande Tinubu Park
Coordinates6°36′54.767″N 3°21′50.213″E / 6.61521306°N 3.36394806°E / 6.61521306; 3.36394806

The Johnson Jakande Tinubu Park is a public park located in Ikeja, the capital of Lagos. The park which was commissioned by the then Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode in December 2017 as a recreational space located within the proximity of The Office of the Governor, the Lagos State House of Assembly and the State Secretariat.[1][2][3]

Spanning approximately 21,800 square meters (about 2.5 hectares), the park offers several attractions and facilities for visitors of all ages.[4] Notable features of the park include landscaped gardens, an aviary housing various species of birds, and a gigantic chessboard. The park also displays flags of all African countries.[5]

References

  1. ^ "Photos: Johnson Jakande Tinubu (JJT) Park At Alausa, Ikeja". Vanguard. 13 December 2017.
  2. ^ Times, Premium (20 May 2021). "Lagosians need relaxation because 'there is a lot of chaos in the land' – LASPARK boss". Premium Times. Retrieved 23 February 2022.
  3. ^ Ochuko, Rukewve (29 November 2021). "Free Cool Hang Out Spots In Lagos, Nigeria". The Guardian. Retrieved 23 February 2022.
  4. ^ Nzepro (2024-06-17). "JJT Park Ikeja: My Experience and Review - Nzepro". Retrieved 2024-09-08.
  5. ^ Nzepro (2024-06-17). "JJT Park Ikeja: My Experience and Review - Nzepro". Retrieved 2024-09-08.