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10 Most Famous Streets In Lagos by DahtzFestjayz: 11:34am On Apr 25, 2015
There are innumerable
streets and roads that pave
the city of Lagos and some of
these streets are famous
around the country. Both
locals and visitors always
want to visit them whenever
they are in the area. Walking
along the streets of Lagos,
the captivating atmosphere
will give you a wonderful
feeling that will make you
want to explore more.
If you’ve never visited
Lagos, you’ve probably
heard about them, especially
in Nollywood movies and if
you haven’t, here are 10
most famous streets in
Lagos.
1. Broad Street
Broad Street, located in
Lagos Island, is one of the
oldest streets in Lagos. The
street is one of a kind, home
to several financial banks in
Lagos. Its medieval, new and
elegant building architecture
are assembled together in
arrays. You will find tall
buildings and skyscrapers
on this street. Normally, you
will find bankers, corporate
officers and business people
in this area. There are a few
restaurants where you can
eat some delicious Nigerian
dishes. The street offers
scenic views of Lagos Island.
2. Allen Avenue
Allen Avenue is one of the
most famous streets in
Ikeja; it’s a residential area
with refined and urbane
accommodation, offices and
shopping malls for opulent
people. The street is easily
accessible and well
connected to some roads in
Ikeja such as Opebi and
Adeniyi Jones. The street is
a centre for social activities;
there are lots of bars,
hotels, night clubs and
restaurants on the street. If
you love Chinese foods, you
can enjoy a quick meal in
some of the Chinese
restaurants located along
the street
Re: 10 Most Famous Streets In Lagos by DahtzFestjayz: 11:35am On Apr 25, 2015
3. Toyin Street
Another famous street in
Lagos is Toyin Street. The
street is located off Allen
Avenue/Opebi Road. The
interesting thing about this
street is its range of clubs,
hotels and restaurants
where you can enjoy live
music scene, great food and
hang out with friends. During
the day, there is a massive
load of traffic on this street;
however, people still manage
to spend a lot of time there
with their friends. The
popular pizza joint –
Domino’s Pizza, Water Parks
and Ibris hotel are located
on this street. Toyin street
has become one of the major
attractions for foreigners on
Lagos Mainland.
4. Ademola
Adetokunbo Street

This famous street was
named after Sir Adetokunbo
Adegboyega Ademola, the
former Chief Justice of
Supreme Court of Nigeria and
the son of King Ladapo
Ademola II, the Alake of the
Egba land. If you walk along
this street, you’ll understand
why it is famous. The street
is known for its range of
elegant buildings used for
offices, shopping malls and
financial banks. Something is
always happening on this
street, whenever you visit,
you will find different
activities such as street
shows. There are lots of
famous restaurants on this
street.
Re: 10 Most Famous Streets In Lagos by DahtzFestjayz: 11:37am On Apr 25, 2015
5. Ozumba Mbadiwe
Avenue
Photo by Jide Odukoya
Ozumba Mbadiwe Avenue is
located in Victoria Island.
This street is one of the
most elegant and famous
streets on the Island. It’s a
street with elegant hotels,
designed beautifully to
create an imaginary
atmosphere. Perhaps the
most remarkable landmark of
along this road is the “4000
Flats” – blocks of residential
apartments in Victoria Island.
6. Adeola Odeku
Street
If you are visiting Lagos for
the first time, you are going
to love this street for its
flexibility. Adeola Odeku
Street is located in Victoria
Island, it’s a place where
everyone feels wonderful
and make you just want to
hang around. From office
workers to businessmen,
newspaper vendors to fruit
sellers, all of whom are
entertaining people all along
the street. Whatever you
are looking for, you may find
it along this street – several
shopping malls and stores,
financial institutions, market
stalls and wandering
vendors are around to keep
you entertained.
Re: 10 Most Famous Streets In Lagos by DahtzFestjayz: 11:41am On Apr 25, 2015
7. Ogunlana Drive,
Surulere
Ogunlana Drive is one of the
oldest areas in Lagos.
Located in Surulere, the
street is lined with some
corporate and financial
offices, restaurants, cafes,
shopping malls and shops.
Its home to beautiful
medieval and modern
buildings and it’s a place to
be. It’s really difficult to
resist the atmosphere of
warmth the street offers.
8. Adeniran
Ogunsanya Street
Adeniran Ogunsanya Street
is one of the most popular
streets in the heart of
Surulere, it is known as the
most visited shopping street
of Surulere. The Street is a
meeting point for the affluent
and regular Lagosians who
love to shop. The street is
known for a great number of
shopping malls and the most
popular one is where
Shoprite store is located.
People who love to shop and
hang out with friends and
families are seen around this
street. There are several
elegant restaurants in the
same area, where people can
enjoy delicious meals. It’s
really a place to visit!
Re: 10 Most Famous Streets In Lagos by DahtzFestjayz: 11:44am On Apr 25, 2015
9. Bode Thomas
Street
Bode Thomas Street is one
of the most recognizable and
famous streets in Lagos. The
street was named after Chief
Bode Thomas, a Nigerian
Politician and statesman. The
street is located in close to
Iponri in Surulere. The
street has indeed quite a lot
to offer anyone who is
thinking of relocating to the
area.
10. Isaac John Street,
GRA.
Isaac John Street is unique
attraction, located in GRA –
Government Reserved Area
in Ikeja, Lagos. The street
has many attractions for
people to enjoy – both locals
and visitors. You can find
restaurants, cafes and bars
and hotels on this street
very easily. Some fun
activities are always
happening whenever you
visit this street.

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Re: 10 Most Famous Streets In Lagos by Nobody: 11:50am On Apr 25, 2015
i support that Bode thomas and Adeniran Ogunsanya. But where is Ijora Badia?
Re: 10 Most Famous Streets In Lagos by missKiffy(f): 11:58am On Apr 25, 2015
I agree
Re: 10 Most Famous Streets In Lagos by ZACHIE: 11:59am On Apr 25, 2015
If Isaac John is not on that list I would've disagreed
Re: 10 Most Famous Streets In Lagos by LarrySun(m): 12:04pm On Apr 25, 2015
11. Ile-Pako, Agege
12. Agbotikuyo, Agege
13. Idi-Oro, Mushin
14. Olosho Road, Ijaye
15. Dagboru Street, Okokomaiko.
Re: 10 Most Famous Streets In Lagos by DahtzFestjayz: 12:24pm On Apr 25, 2015
Moderators Close this tread https://www.nairaland.com/1859290/10-most-famous-streets-lagos cc Lalasticala Seun etc
Re: 10 Most Famous Streets In Lagos by Nobody: 1:06pm On Apr 25, 2015
My list:

a) Nnamdi Azikiwe str, Idumota
b) Kudirat Abiola str / Oregun str, Ikeja
c) Ogudu rd, Ojota
Re: 10 Most Famous Streets In Lagos by achinaboy(m): 1:55pm On Apr 25, 2015
wht of obalande
ojuelegba
ayilara,where ashawo dey stay
lawason bustop,,,I think,these should be the main ones

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