The Nigerian Location Guide

Find verified postal codes, comprehensive street-by-street directories, and essential local insights for every state, LGA, district, and area in Nigeria.

Navigating Nigeria, whether as a resident, a business, or a visitor, comes with a unique set of challenges. Finding a correct postal code is often a mission. Discovering which local government (LGA) an area belongs to is a constant point of confusion. Trying to find a simple list of businesses, schools, or hospitals on a specific street is nearly impossible, buried under a mountain of low-quality, out-of-date, or “thin content” websites.

Until now.

Welcome to locate.ng. We are not just another postal code website. We are building the single most comprehensive, authoritative, and user-focused location database in Nigeria.

Our mission is to digitally map all of Nigeria with the detail and accuracy you deserve. We are your single source of truth for the “where.” Where is an area? What is the postal code? What is in the area? What is it like?

We are starting with the commercial and administrative heart of the nation—Lagos—and are building our database one verified, high-quality “monster” page at a time. This is your ultimate guide to the “why,” “what,” and “where” of every location.

What is Locate.ng (And Why Are We Different?)

For too long, Nigerian location data on the web has been a massive failure. You’ve seen the other sites: endless lists of streets with questionable postal codes, no context, no directories, and no help. They are “utility” sites built with low effort, and they fail the “helpful content” test.

locate.ng is built on a different philosophy: Consolidation, not Creation.

Instead of creating 5,000 “thin,” low-value pages for every minor street, we create one “Monster Authority Page” for every major Area or Destination. We then “absorb” and “consolidate” all the vital information about that area—every minor street, every bank, every hotel, every bus stop—into one comprehensive, easy-to-read guide.

When you land on a locate.ng page, you will never have to click again to find the information you need.

Our 4-Level Authority System: How We Organize Nigeria

To make this possible, we’ve developed a unique 4-level hierarchy. This “digital filing cabinet” is how we are mapping the entire country, from the state level down to a single street.

Level 1: The State

This is the 30,000-foot view. Our Level 1 “State” pages (like our [Guide to Lagos State]) are the main pillars of the site. They serve as the high-level container, providing a comprehensive overview of the state’s economy, history, culture, and, most importantly, the complete, verified list of all Local Government Areas (LGAs) within it.

Level 2: The LGA (Local Government Area)

This is the administrative “drawer.” Our Level 2 “LGA” pages (like our [Guide to Ikeja LGA] or [Guide to Eti-Osa LGA]) are the primary hubs. They solve one of the most common user frustrations: “What LGA is this area in?” These pages provide a detailed overview of the LGA and act as the main portal, linking down to all the major towns and hubs (Districts) located inside it.

Level 3: The District

This is the “main folder,” and the first real guide a user interacts with. A “District” is a well-known, large “town” or “suburb” (like Victoria Island, Ikoyi, or Opebi / Allen). Our Level 3 “District” pages are massive, content-rich guides that cover:

• The overall “vibe” of the town.

• Evergreen summaries on safety, real estate, and lifestyle.

• Major “Mega-Complex” guides (like Ikeja City Mall or Ikeja Under-Bridge).

• High-level directories for “money” keywords like “hotels in Ikeja.”

• And most critically, they serve as the final hub linking down to all the major streets and areas within them.

Level 4: The Area / Major Street (Our “Monster Page”)

This is the “document.” This is our ultimate “bucket” and the most valuable page on our site. An “Area” is a major, high-traffic “destination” street (like Allen Avenue, Adeola Odeku Street, or Awolowo Road, Ikoyi).

These Level 4 pages are where we deliver on our promise. They are designed to be the undisputed, #1 resource for that specific location and include:

1. The “Authority Table” (Postal Codes): We don’t just give you one postal code. We provide a full directory table of every single minor street that branches off that main road, along with its specific, verified postal code. This is our answer to the “thin content” utility sites.

2. The “Evergreen Directory” (Businesses & Services): We provide a comprehensive, static directory of all key businesses, sorted by category:

   • Banks & ATMs

   • Hotels & Guesthouses

   • Restaurants, Cafes & Fast Food

   • Schools & Training Centers

   • Spas, Salons & Gyms

   • Hospitals, Clinics & Pharmacies

   • Shopping Plazas & Supermarkets

   • Major Corporate Offices

   • Mechanics & Fuel Stations

3. Practical Local Guides:

   • Transportation: A full list of all Bus Stops on that street.

   • Traffic Profile: Is it a one-way street? When are the peak traffic times?

   • Safety & Walkability: An evergreen summary of the area’s feel.

   • “Nearest…” Guide: Links to the nearest police station, major hospital, etc.

This 4-level system ensures that whether you have a broad query (“what districts are in Ikeja?”) or a hyper-specific query (“what is the postal code for Osho Street?”), locate.ng has the single best answer.

Our Initial Focus: Building the “Twin Pillars” of Lagos

locate.ng is a project of massive national ambition. To do it right, we are starting with the two most important, high-value, and high-traffic Local Government Areas in Nigeria. Our “Proof of Concept” is to become the undisputed authority on Ikeja and Eti-Osa.

The “Ikeja Cluster”: The Administrative & Commercial Engine

Our first cluster is Ikeja LGA, the capital of Lagos State and the heart of the mainland. We are building the definitive guides for all its core districts and areas, including:

• Ikeja (Main): Home to Computer Village, Awolowo Way, and Ikeja Under-Bridge.

• Opebi / Allen: The commercial and nightlife hub, covering Allen Avenue, Opebi Road, and Toyin Street.

• Ikeja GRA: The exclusive, high-end residential and hotel enclave, covering Isaac John Street and Joel Ogunnaike.

• Alausa: The seat of government, home to the Lagos State Secretariat and Ikeja City Mall.

• And more: Including Oregun, Maryland, and Onigbongbo.

The “Eti-Osa Cluster”: The Corporate & Financial Engine

Our second cluster is Eti-Osa LGA, the corporate, financial, and “new money” capital of West Africa. This massive cluster includes:

• Victoria Island (VI): The “Manhattan” of Lagos. We are mapping every major “destination” street, including Adeola Odeku, Akin Adesola, Ajose Adeogun, and Ahmadu Bello Way.

• Ikoyi: The “old money” luxury district, from Awolowo Road (Ikoyi) and Bourdillon Road to Banana Island and Dolphin Estate.

• Lekki Phase 1: The vibrant, high-density residential and commercial hub, centered on Admiralty Way and Fola Osibo.

• The Lekki-Epe Corridor: The sprawling “new” Lagos, including districts like Ikate (Elegushi), Jakande, Osapa London, and the Chevron Drive Area.

• VGC & Ajah: The major communities at the end of the corridor, including Victoria Garden City (VGC), Addo Road, Badore, and Sangotedo.

By building these two “pillar” clusters first, locate.ng will immediately serve the vast majority of commercial and utility searches in Lagos, proving our model before we scale it nationwide.

What You Can Achieve with Locate.ng: Our Value A-Z

Our 4-level system is built to answer every possible location-based question you have. Here is what you can find and do on locate.ng.

✅ Find Verified, Accurate Postal Codes

Tired of sites that just give you a single, often incorrect, postal code for an entire city? We are solving this problem for good. Our Level 4 “Area” pages are built around a comprehensive “Authority Table.”

This table lists the main street (e.g., Allen Avenue) and every single minor street that connects to it (e.g., Osho Street, Majekodunmi Street). We then provide the specific, verified postal code for each one. This is the most granular and trustworthy postal code directory ever built for Nigeria. If a minor street has a different code from its parent, our table is the only place that will show you.

✅ Discover Businesses, Services, & Landmarks (The Evergreen Directory)

Are you looking for “banks on Adeola Odeku”? “Spas in Ikeja GRA”? Or “schools in Lekki Phase 1”?

Our “Evergreen Directory” is the core feature of every Level 4 page. We are manually compiling a complete directory of all businesses and services, sorted by category. This includes:

• Financial: All banks and their ATM locations.

• Hospitality: All hotels, from 5-star chains (like the Sheraton Lagos Hotel) to local boutique guesthouses.

• Food: Restaurants, cafes, and fast-food locations.

• Health: Hospitals, local clinics, pharmacies, dental offices, and spas.

• Education: A list of primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions in the area.

• Shopping: Major supermarkets (like Shoprite or Prince Ebeano), shopping plazas, and malls.

• Services: Fuel stations, mechanic workshops, salons, and more.

You will never need to “Google” for “restaurants near me” again. Just go to the locate.ng page for the area you’re in.

✅ Understand the “Vibe” and Practical Details of an Area

A list of businesses isn’t enough. You need context. Is this a good place to live? Is it safe? How bad is the traffic?

Our guides are written to give you this essential “boots-on-the-ground” intelligence.

• Local Vibe: We provide an “evergreen” summary of what an area feels like. Is it a quiet, tree-lined residential street? Is it a chaotic, 24/7 commercial hub? Is it family-friendly or better for young professionals?

• Practical Guide: We answer the real questions.

  • Traffic: Is this a one-way street? What are the peak rush hours?

  • Safety: A general overview of the area’s security.

  • Walkability: Is this an area you can walk around, or is it 100% car-dependent?

  • Parking: Is parking notoriously difficult?

✅ Navigate Like a Local with Transport Guides

We are building transportation data directly into our guides.

• Major Landmarks: We target high-traffic landmarks (like Ikeja Under-Bridge or Ikeja City Mall) and give them their own dedicated sections on their parent pages.

• Bus Stops: Every Level 4 page will feature a directory of the main bus stops in that area (e.g., Allen Roundabout Bus Stop).

• Transport Hubs: We provide details on major transport hubs, like the Lagos Red Line station in Ikeja, and explain how they connect to the surrounding areas.

✅ Solve “Administrative” Headaches

Our structure is designed to instantly answer the most common and confusing civic questions.

• “What LGA is Toyin Street in?”

• “Where is Ikeja Local Government located?”

• “Is Lekki Phase 1 part of Eti-Osa LGA?”

Our clear Breadcrumbs (e.g., Home > Lagos > Ikeja > Opebi / Allen > Toyin Street) on every single page and our parent links provide this answer instantly, solidifying our role as a core public utility.

The Future of Locate.ng: A National “Structured Utility” Empire

locate.ng is the foundation. It is our “Proof of Concept” for a much larger vision. The 4-level “Structured Utility” model—finding a fragmented, low-quality Nigerian information niche and building a clean, authoritative database to win it—is our core strategy.

After we have built our “Proof of Concept” clusters for Lagos, we will begin our 10-year plan to scale this model across 100 different verticals. The locate.ng “Locations” database is just the first of many.

Our future portfolio will include:

1. A “How-To Nigeria” (Government Processes) Hub: A CPT database for every government process (NIN, CAC, Passports, Driver’s License) with step-by-step checklists.

2. A “Service Price” Directory: A CPT database for the cost of services (photographers, architects, lawyers, mechanics).

3. An “All Schools” Database: A CPT database for every school and university, complete with fees, cut-off marks, and courses.

4. A “Nigerian Salary Guide”: A CPT database for job roles and their average salaries in Nigeria.

5. A “Health Services” Database: A CPT database for every hospital, clinic, and HMO, filterable by specialty and accepted insurance.

6. And 95 more… from building materials and bank branches to loan apps and local tourist attractions.

This journey begins here. It begins with a single, trustworthy page.

locate.ng is more than a map. It’s a directory, it’s a guide, and it’s the new, definitive source of truth for all location-based data in Nigeria.

How to Use This Site

Your journey starts at the top.

1. Start with a State: Select [Lagos State] to see a full overview and a list of all 20 LGAs.

2. Choose an LGA: Select [Ikeja LGA] or [Eti-Osa LGA] to explore our first two “Proof of Concept” clusters.

3. Pick a District: From the LGA page, click on a District you know, like [Opebi / Allen].

4. Find Your Area: From the District page, click on the “monster” guide for your specific destination, like [Allen Avenue] or [Toyin Street].

5. Get Your Answer: On that single page, you will find the postal code, the full minor street directory, a list of all businesses, and a guide to the area.

Welcome to the future of Nigerian location data. Welcome to locate.ng.