Alimosho Local Government Area (LGA) is situated within Lagos West Senatorial District in Lagos State, Nigeria. It is renowned as the most populous LGA in the state.
Spanning an area of 183.5 square kilometres, Alimosho had a population of 1,319,571 according to the 2006 census, which has grown to an estimated 1,953,500 in 2022, resulting in a population density of approximately 10,646 people per square kilometre[1].
Alimosho's economy thrives on vibrant commercial activities, driven by major markets like the Ikotun Market, Igando Multi-purpose Market, and Akesan Market, which attract thousands of buyers and sellers daily making it a vital economic hub in Lagos State[2].
Alimosho’s postal code is 100275[3], and its coordinates are approximately 6°36′38″ N latitude and 3°17′45″ E longitude.