| 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. Historically, the spring is believed to be a divine gift and has provided water to the community for generations.
Description
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 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
References
References
- 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.