Once considered a quiet rural outpost, Ifako-Ijaiye has rapidly emerged as Lagos’ most promising mainland growth corridor. Positioned along the bustling Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway, this local government area (LGA) now serves as a key transit gateway between Lagos and Ogun State—offering affordable housing options compared to the more congested Lagos core.

As of 2025, Ifako-Ijaiye boasts a population exceeding 1.2 million—a dynamic mix of indigenous Awori people, civil servants, and young professionals drawn by the area's lower cost of living and increasing access to jobs.

Strategically, Ifako-Ijaiye benefits from:

• Proximity to major job hubs (25 mins to Ikeja)

• Direct access to the Lagos-Ibadan Railway

• Hosting the highest concentration of public sector housing estates in Lagos

What sets Ifako-Ijaiye apart is its balanced urban-rural lifestyle—modern infrastructure with a dose of green space. The LGA is administratively divided into:

• Ijaiye-Ojokoro (urban core)

• Ifako (mixed-use zone)

• Gbagada-Awodi-Ora (emerging residential district)

Major infrastructure upgrades like the Lagos-Ibadan Railway extension and the Ojokoro-Ijaiye Road dualization have significantly improved access. Despite lingering infrastructure challenges, Ifako-Ijaiye remains Lagos’ most affordable zone for family homes, with 3-bedroom units priced up to 60% less than similar homes in Ikeja.

Economic activity thrives through hubs like the Ijaiye Industrial Estate, Obawole Market, and the Abule-Egba commercial corridor—providing robust income opportunities for residents.

2. Key Sub-Areas Breakdown

A. Ijaiye-Ojokoro (Urban Core)

• Administrative Facilities: LGA Secretariat, High Court Complex

• Housing Mix: Older bungalows + new mid-rise apartment blocks

• 2025 Highlights:

  • Expansion of Ojokoro Housing Estate (1,200 units)

  • Upgraded Ijaiye Shopping Complex

B. Ifako (Mixed-Use Corridor)

• Residential Stock: Duplexes and flats priced ₦15M–₦45M

• Commercial Activity: Light industries dotting the Expressway

• Landmarks:

  • Ifako General Hospital

  • Christ Apostolic Church HQ

C. Gbagada–Awodi-Ora (Emerging Residential Area)

• New Projects:

  • Awodi-Ora Estate

  • Fagba Millennium City

• Land Prices: ₦8M–₦25M per plot

D. Abule-Egba (Commercial Hub)

• Key Advantage: Major junction for Agege and Ikeja routes

• Ongoing Projects:

  • Abule-Egba Flyover

  • New BRT Terminal

E. Obawole–Iju (Industrial/Residential Mix)

• Key Infrastructure:

  • Ijaiye Industrial Estate

  • Iju Water Works

• Housing Type: Affordable estates for industrial workers