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| Ijede Spring Water | |
|---|---|
| Location | Ijede, Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Type | Spring |
| Basin countries | Nigeria |
Ijede spring, also known as Ijede warm spring, or Odoro spring in Yoruba is a natural spring water located in the Ijede community in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State.[1] It was discovered by the elder Baba Odoro during a severe drought.[citation needed] Historically, the spring is believed to be a divine gift and has provided water to the community for generations.
Description
[edit]The spring and its stream are maintained by the community and flow directly into the Lagos lagoon. The spot is listed as a gazetted tourism site[clarification needed] and one of three designated sites in the Ikorodu Division by the Lagos State Government.[2] It is also a stop on the Ikorodu Cultural Heritage Trail.[3]
Around 2020, a group called the Odoro Development Base executed a beautification project at Ijede spring to clear the area and create a beach for swimming. The community used the beach and hoped that it would contribute tourism around the spring,[4] but it has since fallen into disrepair and become overgrown.[5]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ↑ Nwafor (2017-07-23). "Phenomenal Lagos celebrating 50 iconic places in the city". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-12-10.
- ↑ Iniobong, Iwok (22 November 2022). "Today's economy thrives on creativity, Innovation, digital technology - Abiru". BusinessDay. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 24 March 2026.
- ↑ Murray, Lloyd (18 December 2025). "What Is the Ikorodu Cultural Heritage Trail & Why Visit?". Palace Travel. Retrieved 24 March 2026.
- ↑ Newspaper, Impact (2021-04-06). "Fun, Surprises As Ijede Holds First – Ever Odoro Beach Party To Promote Tourism -". Retrieved 2024-12-10.
- ↑ Newspaper, Impact (2023-09-01). "Ijede Residents Call On Govt To Revive, Preserve Odoro Waterfront -". Retrieved 2024-12-10.