Awolowo road is a commercial area in the luxury hub called Ikoyi in Lagos. The neighbourhood is one of the fast growing areas in Lagos. The headquarters of many organisations are located in the neighbourhood. As the name implies, Awolowo road is a  busy commercial road in close proximity with Falomo and the neighbourhood also possess some residential properties. Most properties for rent and sale in Awolowo Road, Ikoyi are commercial and residential properties. Properties for rent and for sale in Awolowo road include bungalows, detached buildings, duplexes, commercial properties and a filling station. Check out PropertyPro.ng for properties for sale or rent on Awolowo Road, Ikoyi.

Companies here include; Doculand Business Solution Ltd, Samsung Showroom, MGS Plaza, Bake House Bakery, NetConstruct Nigeria Limited, Consolex Legal, B.Ayorinde & Co, Rahamaniyya Oil and Gas, Dan-Duko Group of Companies Ltd., Flowerplus, Wisemen Apparel, Frestech Electric Nigeria Limited, Consolex Legal Practitioners, Adriatic Company Ltd, Cakasa, Hb Office and Books, Intercontinental Wapic insurance, Orpheus Company Limited, Ofserv – Lagos, BG Nigeria, Albasha Restaurant, Zitank Oil Services Limited, Atlantic Marine And Oilfield Services, Energy Trading & Transport Co and Seplat petroleum development company plc.

Prominent hospitals in this neighbourhood are; Pinnacle Medical Services, Cosmoderm Medical Centre, Family Dental Care, Abebe Clinic, Cares Eye Clinic, Enny Eye Clinic And Optical Services and Emel Hospital. Popular schools here include; School Of Nursing, School Of Midwifery,  Kids World, Rousseau French School and Auto Traxx Driving School.

The Redeemed Christian Church Of God, The Apostolic Church, Soul Rescue Mission Church International and Holy Quran Mosque are the major worship centres in this neighbourhood.

Neighborhood tags

located in Ikoyi

nearest bus stations

  • Bonny Camp
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  • Oniru
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  • Falomo
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  • Law school

Around the block

The Neighbours

Awolowo Road residents are upper-class Nigerians. For those occupying the commercial sphere, they can live, work and play in the same neighbourhood. Awolowo Road is also the work place of a number of middle-class mainlanders. The road network here is motorable and the power supply is good. As the abode and workplace of the crème de la crème, the structures in this neighbourhood speaks class. There tends to be traffic in this neighbourhood during rush hours. The roads are well paved and there are street lights to illuminate the neighbourhood at night. 

Famous for being one of the most interesting areas in Ikoyi, Awolowo Road is a hub for commercial activities with lines of high end stores offering various goods and services. Some banks on Awolowo Road are  First Bank, Stanbic IBTC, Heritage Bank, Sterling Bank, Fidelity Bank, Union Bank, Access Bank, Ecobank, as well as line up of ATMs which make cash transaction much easier for residents as well as commuters

What To Expect

From those that work in Ikoyi, Awolowo Road is one of the best places to live. The heavily commercial area is accessible and encourages productivity. Renting or buying a commercial property in Awolowo Road is one of the best decisions for thriving businesses and investors. The neighbourhood possesses a strategic location that makes her stand out among others. Awolowo Road gets very busy during peak hours, however, there are traffic lights at specific points in the area to which help in controlling of traffic. 

The Lifestyle

Awolowo Road is a popular commercial hub, there is always something happening at different times of the day. From residents trying to access other areas in Ikoyi, commuters who come here to work as well as visitors who are in the neighbourhood for one reason or the other. An average resident in Ikoyi owns a car, which serves as a major means of transportation here, on Awolowo Road, residents and visitors who do not own a private car make use of taxis or  tricycle popularly known as Keke Maruwa.

Nightlife in the area is never grows cold as there are lots of fun and entertaining spots to keep you going. Some of the most luxurious and tasteful restaurants, bars, hotels and others are nestled on Awolowo Road, Ikoyi. A drive through the area at night reveals a neighbourhood crackling with energy, the noise from cars and other commercial vehicles, streetlights that brightens the area, contribute to making the route a lively one.

The Market

Awolowo Road has no local market. Moreover, there are a number of roadside sellers who sell palatable items, books and CDs in traffic during rush hours. ‘So fresh’ neighbourhood market is one of the companies that sell fresh fruits and ice cream here. Residents buy perishable and non-perishable. Ikoyi is a hub for some of the finest and exquisite supermarkets in Lagos, this serves residents of Awolowo Road as well as commuter. Some of the supermarkets and malls within the vicinity include

You'll Fall In Love With

The great number of lovely places with beautiful ambience where the residents of Awolowo Road can unwind is strategically located. Also, there are exquisite eateries to have a beautiful lunch or dinner for those who work here. Some of them are; Mr Chang Chinese Cuisine, Orela Restaurant and Bar, Ofada Hut, Goodies Supermarket, Chi Chi Baby Restaurant, Chicken Republic, Lagos Jet Ski Riders – The Club, Bake House Bakery, Suya Cafe Spicy Satisfaction, La Dolce Vita, Tastee Fried Chicken, Coconut Groove, The Westwood Hotel, Waterfront bar, The Road House (Grills), The Wine Shop & Bar, Reeds Thai Restaurant, Coconut Groove, Chardonnay, Protea Hotel and Sweet Sensation among others.

 100 HOURS 

100 Hours 

THE WATERSIDE 

The Waterside 

LAGOS JET SKI RIDERS – THE CLUB

Lagos Jet Ski Riders – The Club

Social Facilities

PROTEA HOTEL 

Protea Hotel

GOODIES SUPERMARKET

Goodies Supermarket

BAKE HOUSE BAKERY

Bake House Bakery

SO FRESH NEIGHBOURHOOD MARKET

So Fresh Neighbourhood Market

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