Obafemi Awolowo Way
Obafemi Awolowo Way Quick Facts
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| Seal / Logo / Emblem | |
| Name | Obafemi Awolowo Way |
| Country | Nigeria |
| State | Lagos State |
| LGA | Ikeja Local Government Area |
| District | Ikeja District |
| Type | Way |
| Info | Primary Administrative, Major Commercial & Transport Artery |
| Connects | Runs from Ikeja Roundabout (Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way) to the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway (Alausa) |
| Road Condition | Good (Fully Paved) |
| Traffic Profile | Extremely Heavy. Dual Carriageway with a dedicated BRT lane. |
| Postal Code | 100271 |
Obafemi Awolowo Way Location
Obafemi Awolowo Way is the undisputed backbone of Ikeja, serving as its primary administrative, commercial, and transport super-corridor. This massive 5-kilometer, multi-lane dual carriageway is arguably the most important non-highway road on the Lagos mainland. It runs from the chaotic transport hub at the Ikeja flyover (by the railway line) all the way to Alausa, where it hosts the entire Lagos State Government Secretariat and the region’s premier shopping destination, the Ikeja City Mall (ICM). It is the central nervous system that connects all other parts of Ikeja.
Obafemi Awolowo Way Map
Obafemi Awolowo Way Postal Code
The official and most common postal code for the Obafemi Awolowo Way Area is 100271.
Note on Usage: This is a critical point: Obafemi Awolowo Way is a very long road that crosses multiple postal zones.
- 100271: This is the most common code for the main commercial and administrative hub. It applies to the Alausa Secretariat, Ikeja City Mall (ICM), and the section from the Allen Avenue junction up to the expressway.
- 100212: This postal code applies to the other end of the road, from the Ikeja Roundabout (railway line) to just before the Allen Avenue junction. This zone includes the Ikeja Central Mosque, Area ‘F’ Police Command, and the entrance to Computer Village (Medical Road).
For 100% accuracy, see the full directory below. Use 100271 for Alausa/ICM and 100212 for the railway/Computer Village end.
This “Authority Table” is the definitive guide to the postal codes for Obafemi Awolowo Way and all streets branching off it. Given its length, it is one of the most complex but important street directories in Lagos.
Obafemi Awolowo Way Street and Postal Code
| Street Name | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Obafemi Awolowo Way (Alausa Secretariat) | 100271 |
| Obafemi Awolowo Way (Ikeja City Mall) | 100271 |
| Obafemi Awolowo Way (Allen Junction) | 100271 |
| Obafemi Awolowo Way (Computer Village) | 100212 |
| Obafemi Awolowo Way (Ikeja Roundabout) | 100212 |
| Abiodun-Street | 100271 |
| Abiola-O-Street | 100212 |
| Adeb-Street | 100271 |
| Adebiyi-Street | 100212 |
| Adebo-Street | 100271 |
| Adedoyin-Street | 100212 |
| Adegbola-Street | 100212 |
| Adekunle-Street | 100271 |
| Adel-Street | 100271 |
| Adelabu-Street | 100212 |
| Adeleye-Street | 100212 |
| Adeniyi-Street | 100212 |
| Ades-Street | 100271 |
| Adesina-Street | 100212 |
| Adet-Street | 100271 |
| Afolabi-Street | 100212 |
| Agid-Street | 100271 |
| Aina-Street | 100212 |
| Akinbode-Street | 100212 |
| Akindeko-Street | 100212 |
| Akinremi-Street | 100212 |
| Akintola-Street | 100212 |
| Akinyemi-Street | 100212 |
| Alade-Street | 100212 |
| Alausa (all streets within) | 100271 |
| Alhaja-Street | 100212 |
| Alhaji-Street | 100212 |
| Ali-Street | 100271 |
| Aliu-Street | 100212 |
| Anif-Street | 100212 |
| Anik-Street | 100271 |
| Ashabi-Street | 100212 |
| Assibifi Road | 100271 |
| Awolowo-Street | 100212 |
| Ay-Street | 100271 |
| Ayeni-Street | 100212 |
| Bal-Street | 100271 |
| Balogun-Street | 100212 |
| Bamg-Street | 100271 |
| Bisi-Street | 100212 |
| Dada-Street | 100212 |
| Dipe-Street | 100212 |
| Eko-Street | 100212 |
| Eler-Street | 100271 |
| Eni-Street | 100271 |
| F-Close | 100271 |
| Fab-Street | 100271 |
| Faf-Street | 100271 |
| Fagb-Street | 100271 |
| Fatai-Street | 100212 |
| Hakeem Balogun Street | 100271 |
| Ibrahim-Street | 100212 |
| Idowu-Street | 100212 |
| Is-Street | 100271 |
| Ise-Street | 100212 |
| Jaiy-Street | 100271 |
| Jobi-Street | 100271 |
| Kafi Street | 100271 |
| Kay-Street | 100271 |
| Kodesoh-Street | 100212 |
| Lad-Street | 100271 |
| Medical Road | 100212 |
| Mod-Street | 100271 |
| Moji-Street | 100212 |
| Mos-Street | 100271 |
| Oba-Street | 100271 |
| Obafemi-Street | 100212 |
| Obe-Street | 100271 |
| Obu-Street | 100271 |
| Ode-Street | 100271 |
| Odu-Street | 100271 |
| Og-Street | 100271 |
| Ogb-Street | 100271 |
| Ogbara-Street | 100212 |
| Ogund-Street | 100271 |
| Ogunm-Street | 100212 |
| Oju-Street | 100271 |
| Oke-Street | 100212 |
| Ol-Street | 100271 |
| Ola-Street | 100271 |
| Ola-Ayeni Street | 100212 |
| Olan-Street | 100271 |
| Olar-Street | 100271 |
| Olow-Street | 100271 |
| Olowu-Street | 100212 |
| Olus-Street | 100271 |
| Olut-Street | 100271 |
| Om-Street | 100271 |
| Omo-Street | 100212 |
| Ope-Street | 100271 |
| Ore-Street | 100212 |
| Ored-Street | 100212 |
| Osho-Street | 100212 |
| Oshun-Street | 100212 |
| Ote-Street | 100271 |
| Otigba Street | 100212 |
| Owe-Street | 100271 |
| Oy-Street | 100271 |
| Oyet-Street | 100212 |
| Pe-Street | 100271 |
| S-Street | 100271 |
| Sh-Street | 100271 |
| Sho-Street | 100271 |
| Shod-Street | 100212 |
| Sol-Street | 100271 |
| Sola-Street | 100212 |
| Sowo-Street | 100212 |
| Soy-Street | 100271 |
| Su-Street | 100271 |
| T-Close | 100271 |
| Tai-Street | 100271 |
| Tem-Street | 100271 |
| Tio-Street | 100271 |
| Tok-Street | 100271 |
| Wah-Street | 100212 |
| Wil-Street | 100271 |
| Woro-Street | 100212 |
Obafemi Awolowo Way Introduction
Below is an evergreen, comprehensive “yellow pages” style directory of the key businesses, services, and landmarks located in the Obafemi Awolowo Way Area. This road is the administrative, commercial, and retail heart of Ikeja.
Banks & Financial Services on Obafemi Awolowo Way
Obafemi Awolowo Way is a major financial street, with large regional branches for all major banks.
- United Bank for Africa (UBA, Alausa Branch)
- Location: 10, Obafemi Awolowo Way (Alausa).
- Details: A very large, multi-story regional office for UBA, offering a full suite of personal, corporate, and private banking services. A major landmark.
- Zenith Bank (Obafemi Awolowo Way Branch)
- Location: 7, Obafemi Awolowo Way.
- Details: A large, modern, full-service branch catering to the high volume of corporate and government accounts from the Alausa secretariat.
- First Bank (Ikeja Branch)
- Location: 35, Obafemi Awolowo Way.
- Details: An established, full-service branch serving a large customer base.
- GTBank (Alausa & Allen Junction)
- Location: Multiple branches, including a key one at 11, Obafemi Awolowo Way (near Alausa) and another at the Allen Junction.
- Details: Modern, efficient branches with 24/7 e-banking galleries.
- Access Bank (Alausa Branch)
- Location: 2, Obafemi Awolowo Way.
- Details: A major branch located at the T-junction, offering comprehensive personal and business banking.
- Other Banks: Nearly every other bank, including FCMB, Fidelity Bank, and Sterling Bank, has a significant, full-service branch along this road.
Hotels & Guesthouses on Obafemi Awolowo Way
While most hotels are on the connecting streets (Allen, Toyin), Awolowo Way has a few key options.
- De Renaissance Hotel
- Location: 172, Obafemi Awolowo Way (at the Allen/Toyin junction).
- Details: An upscale, modern hotel known for its large event halls, multiple restaurants, and strategic location. It’s a popular venue for weddings and corporate events.
- Protea Hotel by Marriott, Ikeja Alausa
- Location: 2, Hakeem Balogun Street (just off Awolowo Way).
- Details: A top-tier international business hotel, favored by corporate travelers visiting the Alausa Secretariat. Known for its security, service, and modern amenities.
- Many Guesthouses
- Details: The side streets branching off Awolowo Way, especially on the 100212 postal code side, are filled with numerous budget-friendly and mid-range guesthouses.
Restaurants, Cafes, Nightlife & Lounges on Obafemi Awolowo Way
The road caters to all tastes, from 24/7 fast food for commuters to the bustling food court at ICM.
- Ikeja City Mall (ICM) Food Court
- Location: Inside ICM, Alausa.
- Details: The single largest concentration of food options. Includes KFC, Buns & Dawg, Debonairs Pizza, Sumptuous, Cold Stone Creamery, and many more.
- KFC (24/7 Drive-Thru)
- Location: 5, Obafemi Awolowo Way (near Alausa).
- Details: A major, stand-alone, 24/7 flagship branch of KFC with a drive-thru. It’s a key landmark and a popular late-night spot.
- Tantalizers (Flagship Branch)
- Location: 23, Obafemi Awolowo Way (near Allen Junction).
- Details: An iconic, long-standing branch of the Nigerian fast-food chain. It’s a major landmark, a bus stop, and a reliable spot for Nigerian and continental dishes.
- Mr. Bigg’s
- Location: 127, Obafemi Awolowo Way.
- Details: Another legendary Nigerian fast-food institution, serving pies, jollof rice, and other quick meals.
- The Orchid Bistro
- Location: 58a, Obafemi Awolowo Way.
- Details: A charming and popular cafe and bistro known for its excellent breakfast, pastries, coffee, and a quieter, more refined atmosphere compared to the fast-food chains.
- Local Bukaterias
- Details: Dotted along the road, especially near Computer Village and the Ikeja roundabout, are dozens of local “bukas” (canteens) serving the thousands of traders, drivers, and workers with affordable local staples like Amala, Eba, and rice dishes.
Corporate Offices & Key Buildings on Obafemi Awolowo Way
This is the defining feature of the road. Obafemi Awolowo Way is the seat of the Lagos State Government.
- Lagos State Secretariat (The Alausa Secretariat)
- Location: Alausa, Obafemi Awolowo Way.
- Details: This is the massive, sprawling administrative headquarters of Lagos State. It’s a vast complex of dozens of ministry buildings (Ministry of Finance, Education, Health, Works, Justice, etc.), the Governor’s Office (“Lagos House”), and the Lagos State House of Assembly. It is the most significant landmark on the road and a primary destination for thousands of civil servants and citizens daily.
- Area ‘F’ Police Command
- Location: 26, Obafemi Awolowo Way (near Allen Junction).
- Details: A major divisional police headquarters for the Ikeja command. It’s a critical security landmark and the primary station for the entire Ikeja CBD.
- LASTMA (Lagos State Traffic Management Authority) HQ
- Location: Alausa, (shortly off Obafemi Awolowo Way).
- Details: The headquarters for the state’s traffic management agency is located here, underscoring the area’s administrative importance.
- Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) – Lagos Command
- Location: Alausa (shortly off Obafemi Awolowo Way).
- Details: The FRSC’s state headquarters is also located in the Alausa administrative hub.
Shopping Plazas & Supermarkets on Obafemi Awolowo Way
This road hosts the two most important shopping destinations in Ikeja: one modern, one traditional.
- Ikeja City Mall (ICM)
- Location: 174 / 194, Obafemi Awolowo Way, Alausa.
- Details: This is the premier modern shopping mall for the entire Lagos mainland. A massive, world-class facility that is a destination in itself. It features:
- Shoprite: The anchor supermarket, offering a vast selection of groceries and household goods.
- Silverbird Cinemas: A large, modern multiplex cinema showing the latest local and international films.
- Food Court: A huge court with KFC, Buns & Dawg, Debonairs Pizza, etc.
- Retail Stores: Dozens of international and local brands like Miniso, Mango, The Body Shop, Levi’s, and numerous banks and phone stores.
- i-Fitness Gym: A large, popular gym located within the mall.
- Parking: A massive, multi-story paid parking lot, which is the best and safest place to park for the entire Alausa area.
- Computer Village
- Location: Entrances on Medical Road & Otigba Street (branching off Awolowo Way).
- Details: While not on the main road, the primary access to Computer Village (the largest ICT market in West Africa) is directly from Obafemi Awolowo Way. This sprawling, chaotic market is where to buy, sell, or repair any phone, laptop, or electronic gadget. It is a massive economic hub, but visitors must be extremely vigilant (see safety section).
- Alausa Shopping Mall
- Location: 131, Obafemi Awolowo Way.
- Details: A smaller, older shopping plaza that houses various independent businesses, boutiques, and offices.
Pharmacies, Clinics & Hospitals on Obafemi Awolowo Way
The road is a key medical corridor, anchored by a top private hospital.
- Reddington Hospital (Ikeja)
- Location: 49, Obafemi Awolowo Way (at the Ikeja Roundabout).
- Details: A branch of the leading, high-end private hospital group. It offers specialist care, emergency services, and advanced diagnostics. A major medical landmark.
- LASUTH (Lagos State University Teaching Hospital)
- Location: 1, Obafemi Awolowo Way (though its main campus is on Mobolaji Bank Anthony).
- Details: The state’s primary public tertiary hospital is located at the Ikeja roundabout, making the area a critical medical zone.
- i-Fitness Gym (ICM)
- Location: Inside Ikeja City Mall.
- Details: A large, modern, and very popular 24/7 gym, serving residents and professionals in the Alausa area.
- Medplus & HealthPlus Pharmacies
- Details: Multiple branches of these leading pharmacy chains are located along the road, including a large one inside Ikeja City Mall.
Fuel Stations on Obafemi Awolowo Way
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Services (Corporate, Logistics & Auto) on Obafemi Awolowo Way
- Elizade Nigeria Limited (Toyota)
- Location: 63, Obafemi Awolowo Way.
- Details: A major, long-standing accredited dealership and service center for Toyota vehicles.
- TotalEnergies (Allen Junction)
- Location: At the T-junction of Allen and Obafemi Awolowo Way.
- Details: A massive, 24/7 filling station, car wash, and mini-mart (Bonjour). It’s one of the most important landmarks for navigation in all of Ikeja.
- Oando, MRS, and other Fuel Stations
- Details: The road is lined with numerous large, 24/7 filling stations, providing essential services to the high volume of traffic.
Churches & Mosques on Obafemi Awolowo Way
The road is home to major religious institutions.
- Ikeja Central Mosque
- Location: 20, Obafemi Awolowo Way.
- Details: A massive, iconic, and architecturally significant mosque. It is the primary Jumu’ah (Friday prayer) mosque for the entire Ikeja community and a key religious landmark.
- Alausa Secretariat Mosque
- Location: Inside the Lagos State Secretariat, Alausa.
- Details: A large, modern mosque that serves as the primary place of worship for the thousands of Muslim civil servants in the Alausa complex.
- Foursquare Gospel Church (National HQ)
- Location: 62/68, Akinwunmi Street (just off Awolowo Way).
- Details: The national headquarters of this major Pentecostal denomination is located just off the road, making it a key religious anchor for the area.
Transportation & Bus Stops on Obafemi Awolowo Way
Obafemi Awolowo Way is the single most important transport corridor in Ikeja, featuring a dedicated BRT lane, numerous bus stops, and a railway connection.
Dedicated BRT Lane
A defining feature is the Red BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) Lane that runs the length of the road (from Alausa to the Ikeja roundabout). This lane is for BRT buses only and provides a faster, more direct route to Ikorodu and CMS (Lagos Island).
Key Bus Stops
Ikeja Roundabout / Railway / BRT Stop- Location: At the start of the road, by the flyover and railway line.
- Details: This is one of the largest and most chaotic transport hubs in Lagos. You can get danfo (yellow) buses to literally anywhere (Oshodi, Agege, Egbeda, Ojota, etc.), connect to the BRT, or even catch the train.
Area 'F' / Allen Junction Stop- Location: At the T-junction with Allen Avenue, near Area ‘F’ Police Command and TotalEnergies.
- Details: The primary interchange for accessing the Allen/Opebi/Toyin commercial triangle.
Computer Village / Medical Road Stop- Location: At the entrance of Medical Road.
- Details: The main bus stop for anyone going to Computer Village.
Alausa Secretariat Stop- Location: In front of the Lagos State Secretariat.
- Details: The main stop for all government ministries. BRT and danfo buses all stop here.
Ikeja City Mall (ICM) Stop- Location: Directly in front of the Ikeja City Mall.
- Details: A major stop used by shoppers and workers at the mall.
7-Up / Berger Stop- Location: At the very end of the road, near the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
- Details: The final stop, connecting to the Berger interstate bus terminal.
Main Bus Routes & Ride-Hailing
- Main Bus Routes: Every major Ikeja-bound route uses this road. Key routes include Oshodi-Ikeja, Berger-Ikeja, Ogba-Ikeja, and the Ikorodu-Ikeja BRT line.
- Ride-Hailing (Uber, Bolt): Availability is excellent, 24/7. This is a high-demand, high-supply area.
- Warning: Be prepared for extreme surge pricing during peak hours (7-10 AM, 4-9 PM) and when it rains. The traffic is so bad that drivers are often reluctant to enter the area without a surge.
Traffic, Parking & Safety on Obafemi Awolowo Way
This “on-the-ground” guide is essential for anyone visiting, driving, or working in the Obafemi Awolowo Way Area.
Road & Traffic Conditions
- Extremely Heavy: This is one of the busiest roads in Africa. It is a wide, multi-lane dual carriageway, but it is almost always congested.
- Morning Peak (6:30 AM – 10:30 AM): Severe gridlock heading towards Alausa (civil servants) and around the Ikeja roundabout (market and commuter traffic).
- Evening Peak (4:00 PM – 9:00 PM): Complete gridlock heading away from Alausa (civil servants leaving) and towards the Ikeja roundabout. The closing of Computer Village and ICM at the same time compounds this, creating one of the city’s worst traffic jams.
- BRT Lane: The dedicated BRT lane is often the only part of the road that moves, but it is strictly enforced. Do not drive in the BRT lane; the fine is steep.
Parking
- Street Parking is Impossible: Do not even attempt to park on the main road. It is illegal, and your car will be towed by LASTMA almost instantly.
- BEST OPTION: Ikeja City Mall (ICM)
- ICM has a massive, secure, multi-story paid parking lot. This is the single best, safest, and most reliable place to park for any activity in the Alausa/ICM/Allen Junction area. Even if you are visiting the Secretariat or Allen, it is often wise to park at ICM and take a Keke or a short walk.
- Alausa Secretariat: Has its own vast parking lots, but these are for staff with permits.
- Computer Village: Has zero parking. It’s a pedestrian-only market. Do not drive into it. Park at ICM or a private lot on a side street and walk.
Safety & Walkability
- CRITICAL WARNING: Computer Village
- This area (Medical Road, Otigba Street) is notorious for theft and scams.
- DO NOT display your phone. Keep it in a zipped pocket or bag.
- DO NOT buy from street “hawkers.” Only buy from reputable, established shops.
- BE WARY of scams (e.g., someone “accidentally” bumping into you, “special deals,” fake phones).
- Go with a purpose, buy from a trusted shop, and leave.
- General Safety:
- Daytime: The road is very busy and generally safe due to high foot traffic.
- Nighttime: The Alausa/ICM end is well-lit and secure. The Ikeja Roundabout/Railway end can be rowdy and requires more caution late at night.
- Walkability: The sidewalks are wide and well-maintained, especially from the Allen junction to Alausa, making it one of the more “walkable” major roads in Lagos.
Near Obafemi Awolowo Way
If you are on Obafemi Awolowo Way, you are already at the center of Ikeja’s key services.
- Nearest Major Hospital:
- Reddington Hospital and LASUTH are both located directly on or at the junction of Obafemi Awolowo Way.
- Nearest Major Market / Mall:
- Ikeja City Mall (ICM) and Computer Village are both located directly on this road.
- Nearest Police Station:
- Area ‘F’ Police Command is located at 26, Obafemi Awolowo Way.
Obafemi Awolowo Way Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the main postal code for Obafemi Awolowo Way, Ikeja?
It’s complicated as the road is very long. The most common code for the administrative and mall area is 100271 (for Alausa, ICM, Allen Junction). The code for the railway/Computer Village end is 100212.
What is the postal code for the Lagos State Secretariat, Alausa?
The postal code for the Alausa Secretariat is 100271.
What is the postal code for Computer Village, Ikeja?
The postal code for the streets of Computer Village (like Medical Road and Otigba Street) is 100212.
What banks are on Obafemi Awolowo Way?
All of them. UBA, Zenith, GTBank, First Bank, Access Bank, and many more have major, full-service branches on this road.
What LGA is Obafemi Awolowo Way in?
Obafemi Awolowo Way is the central road of the Ikeja District, which is the headquarters of Ikeja Local Government Area (LGA).
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