Which prominent river flows southwest through Ogun State to feed into the Lagos Lagoon system near Ikorodu?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. the Ogun River
- Step 1: The Ogun River rises in Oyo State near Saki and traverses Ogun State southwards. Step 2. It empties directly into the northwestern sector of Lagos Lagoon, crossing the Lagos-Ibadan expressway near Kara cattle market. Answer: the Ogun River. Why not the others: Osun River empties into Lekki Lagoon; Benin River discharges directly into the Atlantic in Edo/Delta; Yewa River forms the Badagry border creek.
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