Ijede Spring Water

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Ijede Spring Water
Location Ijede, Lagos State, Nigeria
Type Spring
Basin  countries Nigeria

Ijede Spring water [1] also known as (Odoro Water Spring in Yoruba) is a natural spring water located in the Ijede community in the Ikorodu area of Lagos discovered by the elder Baba Odoro during a severe drought. Historically, The spring is believed to be a divine gift, has provided pure, healing water to the community for generations.

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The stream is maintained by the community, is situated adjacent to the beach, and flows directly into the Lagos lagoon. The attraction is listed as a gazetted tourism site and one of three designated sites in the Ikorodu Division by the Lagos State Government. [2]

The inaugural edition of the event took place in 2021 and was attended by thousands of tourists; however, there has been growing concern about the tourist site neglect, and the restoration requires immediate attention from the government. [3] Despite its potential as a major tourist attraction, the Odoro Beach has fallen into a state of neglect. Concerns have been raised by local residents, tourists, and conservationists regarding the lack of maintenance and upkeep of the site. [2]

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References

  1. ↑ Nwafor (2017-07-23). "Phenomenal Lagos celebrating 50 iconic places in the city". Vanguard News. Retrieved 2024-12-10.
  2. 1 2 Newspaper, Impact (2023-09-01). "Ijede Residents Call On Govt To Revive, Preserve Odoro Waterfront -" . Retrieved 2024-12-10.
  3. ↑ Newspaper, Impact (2021-04-06). "Fun, Surprises As Ijede Holds First – Ever Odoro Beach Party To Promote Tourism -" . Retrieved 2024-12-10.
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