1. Origin of Apapa, Lagos state Let’s take a trip back in time to discover how Apapa came to be! Long ago, before big ships and bustling ports, this area was just a small fishing village. The name “Apapa” comes from the Yoruba words “apa” meaning “arm” and “apa” meaning “complete.” Some people think this … Continue reading ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT APAPA, LAGOS STATE BY Dennis Isong