Teslim Balogun Stadium Stadium
Multiuse stadium in Lagos, Nigeria for football events
A multiuse stadium in Lagos used for football matches, athletics and large events; spectators attend league games and occasional concerts in the city's sporting district.
Teslim Balogun Stadium at a Glance#
Address: Teslim Balogun Stadium, Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria
About Teslim Balogun Stadium#
Teslim Balogun Stadium is a multi-purpose sports stadium in Surulere, Lagos State, Nigeria, used for football, athletics and large events. It is named in honour of the Nigerian footballer Teslim Balogun.
The venue comprises a grass pitch, athletics track and spectator stands, and hosts club matches, regional fixtures and occasional national events. It functions as one of Lagos’s principal stadia for medium-sized crowds.
The stadium was redeveloped and re-opened in the 21st century as part of sporting infrastructure upgrades in Lagos. It has since been used for domestic football fixtures and athletics competitions.
The stadium sits in the urban Surulere district of Lagos, close to other sports and recreational facilities in the city.
- Location and use: Located in the Surulere district of Lagos, it is used for football, athletics and large public events and is the city’s principal mid-size stadium.
- Namesake: Named after Teslim Balogun, a prominent Nigerian footballer, coach and administrator.
What to See#
- Main stadium bowl: A grass football pitch with an athletics track and spectator stands configured for multi-purpose sporting events and football matches.
- Support facilities: Supporting facilities including changing rooms, media facilities and VIP areas used for national and regional fixtures.
How to Get to Teslim Balogun Stadium#
Located in the Surulere district of Lagos. By public transport, use local buses or taxis; on event days special transport arrangements are often announced. Driving from central Lagos takes about 20-40 minutes depending on traffic.
Tips for Visiting Teslim Balogun Stadium#
- Check event schedules in advance-most visits occur on match days and non-match visits may be limited.
- Use public transport where possible; match-day traffic around Surulere can be heavy.
- If attending a game, buy tickets from official outlets to avoid scalpers.
Best Time to Visit Teslim Balogun Stadium#
For football and large events, aim for the dry months when travel and logistics are more reliable.
Weather & Climate near Teslim Balogun Stadium#
Teslim Balogun Stadium's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1505 mm/year), wettest in June with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 23° - 32° | 31° | 17 mm | some cloud | 78% | 2.2 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.7h |
| February | Very Good | 24° - 33° | 35° | 38 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 2.4 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.8h |
| March | Good | 25° - 33° | 36° | 81 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 2.3 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.0h |
| April | Acceptable | 25° - 33° | 35° | 134 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| May | Acceptable | 24° - 32° | 33° | 209 mm | overcast | 87% | 2.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.3h |
| June | Good | 23° - 30° | 27° | 297 mm | overcast | 88% | 2.5 m/s | 1.5 high | 12.4h |
| July | Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 207 mm | overcast | 89% | 2.6 m/s | 1.5 high | 12.3h |
| August | Very Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 84 mm | overcast | 89% | 2.8 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.2h |
| September | Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 177 mm | overcast | 90% | 2.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.0h |
| October | Good | 23° - 30° | 27° | 175 mm | overcast | 88% | 2.4 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.9h |
| November | Very Good | 24° - 32° | 32° | 68 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 1.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.7h |
| December | Excellent | 23° - 32° | 31° | 18 mm | mostly sunny | 80% | 2.2 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.6h |
