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State in Nigeria
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Lagos State is a state in South West Nigeria.
By road
Lagos is connected by major highways with Ogun State and other parts of southwestern Nigeria. Roads provide connections to Ibadan, Benin City and other major Nigerian cities.
By train
The Lagos-Ibadan Railway provides passenger rail services between Lagos and Ibadan, with connections to stations in the Lagos metropolitan area.
By boat
Ferries operate on parts of the Lagos waterways and provide connections between some coastal and lagoon-side communities.
Lagos State has an extensive public transportation network. Buses, minibuses, taxis, ride-hailing services, motorcycles and ferries are commonly used.
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