East view of Ojuelegba bridge, Yaba, Lagos-Nigeria

Ojuelegba is a

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. Known for its crowded setting as depicted in Fela's 1975 ''

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'' album, Ojuelegba is regarded as one of the busiest places in Lagos.

Structural composition

Ojuelegba is one of the key transport modes of Lagos, connecting the city's

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with the

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. It also serves as a connecting point for people who commute the three surrounding districts of Yaba, Mushin and Surulere. Life in Ojuelegba has been depicted in several musical works, including Fela's ''Confusion'' album,

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's " Ojuelegba" single and

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's "Double Wahala" single.

Night life

In the 80s and 90s, Ojuelebga was known for its boisterous night life, connecting revelers to Fela Kuti's Moshalashi Shrine on Agege Motor Road and to the red light district starting in Ayilara street through to parts of Clegg Street.

Mini Gallery

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Structural composition

Night life

Mini Gallery

See also

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