Best Bookstores and Libraries in Lagos
Summary: What are the best bookstores and libraries in Lagos? In this article we highlight the best bookstores and libraries in Lagos.
Jazzhole
Jazzhole is an independent bookstore and cultural center known for its collection of African literature, music, and a cozy café where literary and musical events are often held.
Address: 168 Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos
Terra Kulture Bookstore
Terra Kulture Bookstore is part of a larger cultural center that promotes Nigerian arts and culture. It offers a range of books focusing on African literature and culture.
Website: www.terrakulture.com
Address: 1376 Tiamiyu Savage St, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria
Patabah Books
Patabah Books is a small, independent bookstore located in Surulere, offering a curated selection of Nigerian and international titles, as well as hosting book readings and signings.
Address: Shop B18, Adeniran Ogunsanya Shopping Mall, Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria
Glendora Bookstore
Glendora Bookstore is a well-known bookstore chain in Lagos, offering a wide range of books, including African literature, textbooks, and children's books.
Address: Ikeja City Mall, Alausa, Lagos, Nigeria
The Booksellers
The Booksellers is a bookstore that provides a variety of books, including educational, professional, and general interest titles, as well as stationery and educational materials.
Website: www.thebooksellersltd.com
Address: 2 Oweh St, Fadeyi, Lagos, Nigeria
Goethe-Institut Nigeria Library
The Goethe-Institut Nigeria Library is part of the German cultural center, offering a collection of German literature, language resources, and cultural materials, as well as events and workshops.
Website: www.goethe.de/ins/ng/en/index.html
Address: 4th Floor, City Hall, Catholic Mission Street, Lagos Island, Lagos, Nigeria
National Library of Nigeria, Lagos Branch
The National Library of Nigeria, Lagos Branch, serves as a repository for the nation's print heritage, providing access to a vast collection of Nigerian publications and other research materials.
Address: 227 Herbert Macaulay Way, Yaba, Lagos, Nigeria
British Council Library
The British Council Library in Lagos offers a wide range of educational resources, including books, journals, and online learning materials, with a focus on English language and UK education.
Website: www.britishcouncil.org.ng
Address: 20 Thompson Ave, Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria
Lagos State Library Board
The Lagos State Library Board oversees public libraries in Lagos, providing educational resources, internet access, and reading programs for the community.
Address: 2/4 Bamgbose Street, Lagos Island, Lagos, Nigeria
Education Resource Centre
The Education Resource Centre functions as a library and resource center for educational materials, offering books, journals, and digital resources for teachers and students.
Address: Plot 14, Oba Akinjobi Way, Ikeja GRA, Lagos, Nigeria
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