Tinubu Square
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Tinubu Square

Broad St, Lagos Island, Lagos 102273, Lagos, Nigeria
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Mike ObiMike Obi
Tinubu Square is a small, round and compact park located within the very heart of Lagos Island. It is bordered by major roads like Broad Street, Nnamdi Azikiwe Road, Tinubu Street etc. All leading out of the Square, like arteries from the heart, to different locations on the Island. Initially, it was named Ita Tinubu, after the slave trading merchant and woman of valour, Madam Efunroye Tinubu. Then the Square was subsequently later named by Nigeria's First Republic Leaders to Independence Square after Nigeria gained independence in 1960. Finally, its name was later change again to just Tinubu Square afterwards. Probably in an effort to make its name as simple as can be and also point to its origin of nomenclature. Various state governments have tried to give it a face lift and increase its appeal, from the derelict outlook it once had. When it was a place of defecation, in and within its fountains, and abject delinquency. A place, where touts and homeless persons call their home. Recently, apart from various petty traders cluttering and trading round about it. Activities which various governments have tried to stop. There is little or no park activities going on in there due to its size and location. Anyone looking for recreation and relaxation should dare not go looking for one there. It is one of or the most busiest and horrendously noisiest place on the Island due to the traffic that has encompassed it, round about and the activities of people, too. Consequently, it is a park of just symbolic importance. A place of historical connotation - indicating an era where Lagosains have once been, in culture, trade and its people.
Paul OdijiePaul Odijie
Tinubu Square (formerly Independence Square), is an open space landmark located in Broad Street, Lagos Island, Lagos State, Nigeria. It used to be called Ita Tinubu in memory of Madam Efunroye Tinubu, a slave trader and business magnate, before it was named Independence Square by leaders of the First Republic and subsequently Tinubu Square. The square is iron-fenced with two flowing fountains, flowers and tropical trees in it. It also contains a life-size statue of Madam Tinubu on a cenotaph. It is an open space milestone situated in Broad Street, Lagos Island, Lagos State, Nigeria. It used to be called Ita Tinubu in memory of Madam Efunroye Tinubu, a slave broker and business head honcho, before it was named Independence Square by pioneers of the First Republic and thusly Tinubu Square. The square is press fenced with two streaming wellsprings, blooms and tropical trees in it. It additionally contains an existence measure statue of Madam Tinubu on a cenotaph. It is one of the great place in this city. Tourists come here from all over the world with their relatives.
Adebambo OdumosuAdebambo Odumosu
I thought this was a really interesting place to be. The fountains, sculptures and statues give it a contemporary and attractive feel. It's situated opposite the Methodist Church of Trinity and opening hours are from 9AM to 9PM on both weekends and weekdays. I loved how there were many places to sit. It's a good place for small parties and meetups. The best part is that entry is free. The environment is clean although water from the fountains seem to be constituting a puddle in some areas of the park which was not well taken care of the last time I visited.
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Tinubu Square in Lagos falls short of its potential as a prominent urban landmark. The lack of proper maintenance and upkeep is evident, casting a pall over the square's aesthetic appeal. Neglected infrastructure, crumbling pathways, and litter strewn about diminish the overall ambiance, giving visitors a less-than-pleasant experience.

The square's design feels disjointed and fails to create a harmonious environment. Uneven landscaping and haphazard placement of seating areas make...

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Tinubu Square is a small, round and compact park located within the very heart of Lagos Island. It is bordered by major roads like Broad Street, Nnamdi Azikiwe Road, Tinubu Street etc. All leading out of the Square, like arteries from the heart, to different locations on the Island.

Initially, it was named Ita Tinubu, after the slave trading merchant and woman of valour, Madam Efunroye Tinubu. Then the Square was subsequently later named by Nigeria's First Republic Leaders to Independence...

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Tinubu Square (formerly Independence Square), is an open space landmark located in Broad Street, Lagos Island, Lagos State, Nigeria. It used to be called Ita Tinubu in memory of Madam Efunroye Tinubu, a slave trader and business magnate, before it was named Independence Square by leaders of the First Republic and subsequently Tinubu Square.

The square is iron-fenced with two flowing fountains, flowers and tropical trees in it. It also contains a life-size statue of Madam Tinubu on...

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