Ifako is one of the areas in Kosofe Local Government Area known to be densely populated and highly residential. A lot of small businesses can be found along major roads running through Ifako. One of the major roads in Ifako is Diya Street which connects Ifako to Oworonshoki. Different banks like Guaranty Trust Bank, FCMB, Zenith Bank, Diamond Bank can be seen in this area. Also, there is Williams Street which connects Diya Street to the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
Churches in Ifako include; Deeper Life Bible Church, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Foursquare Gospel Church among others. Hospitals in Ifako Gbagada include Gbagada General Hospital. Some of the schools here include; Front Liners International School, Favoured Pearls School and Emerald Schools.
Ifako is home to various middle class residents as well as small to medium business owners. Over times, some spheres in Ifako are slowly evolving from peaceful and quiet, with the increase in commercial activities and high population density especially in places like Diya Street, the area is bound to get busier with time. Some streets in Ifako links to other areas in Gbagada and Lagos generally. There is no shortage of shopping centres in the neighbourhood, as a matter of fact, there is wide array of options to choose from, the area also house some fine dining spots, where residents unwind after a hard day’s work.
Activities in Ifako are usually reduced almost all day, around the week except for the heavy traffic that plagues the Diya street in the evenings, especially on work days. What can be expected for people living here is good road connectivity, fairly stable light, and easy accessibility to different parts of Lagos. The Ayodele Okeowo Street gets very busy and populated due to its proximity to the Deeper Life Bible Church Headquarters, especially on Sundays or when a special program is holding.
Ifako is lively area in Gbagada, with a heavy populated due to the presence of a good number of street shops, mini marts and other shopping centres. Residents of Ifako share the area with commuters who do business here as well as visitors who come to purchase various items. Commercial motorbikes (Okada), tricycles (Keke Maruwa) are found at strategic points in the area and serves as a means of transportation for those who do not have their own private cars and as a alternative for those that do.
There are various roadside shops in the area but the most popular market is the Gbagada Market. Supermarkets in Gbagada include Shopcity Supermarket, Home Affairs Supermarket, Domino Supermarket, De Prince Supermarket, Payless Supermarket, Adidde Supermarket, Ambel Supermarket, I & J Supermarket.
The Ifako Playground, Sweet Sensation, Mr Bigg’s, Tantalizers, Saudi Food Place, amongst others are what Ifako Gbagada offers for fun and recreation.
Sweet Sensation is a popular fast food, loved by lots of Lagosians, with an outlet nestled in a commercial sphere in Ifako, Gbagada. The location of the outlet is quite accessible, comfortable and the environment offers great ambience. One downside that is observable is limited parking space. Sweet Sensation offers fresh, hot, tasty and spicy food as well as snacks and cakes for different occasions.
Mr Bigg’s is a popular fast food restaurant in Lagos, located 45 Diya St, Gbagada 100246, Lagos. The outlet can be easily spotted as the architectural structure and outlook is the same as other outlets of Mr Bigg’s. The menu contains a variety of tasty Nigerian dishes as well as snacks. The interior decor is quite lovely, there is also a restroom in the fast food restaurant. There is a restroom for customers.
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IFAKO PLAYGROUND
Ifako Playground now known called Araromi Youth Development Centre is a well sited fun spot in Gbagada. It was renovated by the Lagos State Government and Coca-cola Company, the place houses a football pitch and it is a great location to relax and connect with fellow sport lovers. It is a popular sports centre in the neighbourhood and it serves residents and visitors especially during the weekend.
PLUSH SPICY
Plush Spicy situated at 60, Diya Street, Ifako-Gbagada, Lagos. The restaurant offers a lovely ambience in a calm and reserved environment. It is a great place to enjoy well prepared African meals and a leisure spot for residents, commuters and visitors. The meals are good and the courteous and well trained staff making the customer waiting time pretty short.