The 'Lere Funathon is a vibrant 10K Road Race and Fun Fair happening on the 17th of August, 2024 in Surulere, Lagos. Aimed at fostering community spirit and promoting a healthy lifestyle, this event offers a fun and engaging opportunity for the residents of Surulere to come together, get fit, and celebrate their community.

HISTORY OF SURULERE
 During the rapid urbanization of Lagos, the city expanded to the west of its lagoon, which included present-day Surulere. Families from different regions of the country have historically settled in Surulere. In addition to the local settlers of Lagos, during the nineteenth century, various emancipated African Brazilians and Cubans, who were referred to as Aguda or Saros, settled in Surulere. Nigerians from the Northern region initially ended up at Idi-Araba, while many people from the Eastern part were in various quarters but predominantly at Obele, Ikate, and Aguda areas. Residents of Lagos Island who bought or leased land from the government and Aworis settled in New Lagos. In contrast, others lived in the neighbourhoods of Itire, Lawanson, Ojuelegba, Animashaun, and Shitta. The New Lagos neighborhood, also known as the Surulere Re-Housing Estate, is among the first public housing projects in Nigeria. Itire, one of the quarters in Surulere has a recognized traditional authority in the Onitire of Itire. Today, Surulere is a lively area with a mix of upscale shops, banks, SMEs and manufacturing companies.