You will never get tired of exploring exciting places in Lagos. Alot of people live in the town but have no idea were to visit. Even if you have visited the same places, each time you visit again it’s a different experience altogether.
If you are looking for a cool place for a quiet outdoor hangout, sightseeing and family picnic with friends, family and loved ones then you should definitely visit Ndubuisi kanu park. A beautiful park in a serene environment, nice play rides for children and a usual spot for pre wedding photoshoot.
The Park which is located at Alausa Ikeja Lagos was named after former Lagos state military governor Ndubuisi Kanu, in his honour. You may be wondering who Ndubuisi Kanu is…..
Rear Admiral Ndubuisi Godwin Kanu in July 1975 as a lieutenant commander was appointed a member of Murtala Muhammed’s ruling Cabinet, the Supreme Military Council. He was appointed military governor of Imo State Nigeria in March 1976 during the military regime of General Olusegun Obasanjo. He was the first governor after the decree that established the state from part of the old East Central State. Ndubuisi Kanu built roads in Owerri metropolis, expanded the number of Local Government Areas to 21 and founded the Imo Broadcasting Service, which went on air in December 1976. Later transferred to become military governor of Lagos State in 1977, he left office in July 1978.
Ndubuisi Kanu became a top leading member of National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) a broad coalition of Nigerian democrats, who called on the military government of Sani Abacha to step down in favor of the winner of the June 12, 1993 election, M. K. O. Abiola.
Ndubuisi Kanu Park is a free entry park where you can visit for relaxation and fun.
The park is a very safe location. You can also come along with your lunch box, although there are a few spots to get drinks, snacks and food. Also don’t forget to come with your camera.
It’s a sight to behold with an ample parking space with lush green leaves. The park has a well equipped children playground so you can let down your guard with other adults as your kids also catch their fun. It also has a large outdoor yard where you can relax with a beer and enjoy the night breeze. With a sharwarma joint in it you can enjoy your stay.
If you are a looking for where to play basketball either for leisure or practice, Ndubuisi Kanu Park has a basketball court for your usage.
The park is also a cool place to celebrate birthday parties, poetry reading and hosting of book readings by book clubs. With free wifi, writers and creatives would find this park conducive for working.
Visit today and you would be glad you did. It opens daily from 9am – 7pm.
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