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Lekki East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇳🇬NGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lekki East Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Lekki East Breakwater (LB1)

The Lekki East Breakwater lighthouse was built in 2022 and first lit that same year. It stands 8 meters tall with a focal height of 12 meters. The structure is a square concrete platform supporting a square skeletal tower. Its green light flashes once every 4 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. Located on the east breakwater of Lekki Port, approximately 80 kilometers east of Lagos, this lighthouse marks the entrance to a new deep-sea facility.

Why it matters: This light is essential for guiding large cargo vessels into Lekki Port, a critical deep-sea facility.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2022

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Apapa(35.5 km)
Admiralty No.
D3889.3.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
square
Material
concrete

Structure: skeletal tower on a square concrete platform

Location

Country
🇳🇬Nigeria
Region
Lagos State
Sea Region
East breakwater of Lekki Port, a new deep-sea port about 80 km east of Lagos.
Latitude
6.4193°
Longitude
4.0115°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lekki East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Lekki East Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 4s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Lekki East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lekki East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ibeju - Lekki at 0.4 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Falomo (34.5 NM W), Apapa (36.5 NM W), Tincan/Lagos (36.5 NM W), Lagos (39 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lekki East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lekki East Breakwater Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Lekki East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lekki East Breakwater Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.