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Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by fx45(m): 2:45pm On Jul 06, 2019
MobilityExpress:
Number 1 is Idumota. And then why didn't you include Ladipo market, OP do you want to be unfortunate? Make Ladipo boys catch you grin
Take out time to travel out of your enclave, you refused... This is the result

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Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by cinoedhunter: 2:45pm On Jul 06, 2019
Nice one.. grin
Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by Aidejay(m): 2:45pm On Jul 06, 2019
When I clicked to see this I thought I will see numbers
Like land mass figures and estimated numbers to indicate inflow and outflow of humans and goods but alas.

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Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by MChaze25(m): 2:45pm On Jul 06, 2019
On point
Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by Nobody: 2:46pm On Jul 06, 2019
Beverlyjean:
What of trade fair...heard it's the biggest in West Africa and foreigners come there to buy goods

There are too many markets in Lagos And thus goods are spread to all of them thus none is as big as it should be
Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by LONGPREEK(m): 2:46pm On Jul 06, 2019
Yaba is big na
Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by Karlman: 2:47pm On Jul 06, 2019
It's our domain!
Proudly Igbo!

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Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by Chommieblaq(f): 2:47pm On Jul 06, 2019
Seyioluwa11:
Ketu and mile 12 Lagos
Arena market oshodi Lagos
Kara market ogun state
Ladipo lagos
Bodija ibadan

Arena is not big na

What of Kanti kwori Kano
Kofar ruwa

Even Rimi market (sabon gari market) is very big
Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by JubrilBuhari: 2:48pm On Jul 06, 2019
I think the closest to Onitsha is Ariria of Aba, should be the number two.

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Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by W3xy1(m): 2:49pm On Jul 06, 2019
OnyeFely:
All these markets are occupied majorly by one ethnic group, I know, u know them. The blessed people of God
if I don't even know of any other markets listed there, am quite sure they are not much in gbàgì market
Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by Yusufnairaland2: 2:49pm On Jul 06, 2019
Bodija, Ibadan
Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by AXYZ: 2:50pm On Jul 06, 2019
There's Uwelu market in Benin city
Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by freg2000: 2:51pm On Jul 06, 2019
schoolnascam:

Markets in Nigeria are generally known to be very busy with all the hustling and bustling, people moving helter skelter, and those buying and selling. The markets are always congested which is why some dislike going to the market. During the just concluded Eid celebration, markets all over the country were packed with traders and buyers and the usually busy ones were even busier. In fact, the markets had become very busy and congested days before the Eid celebration. Products from food items to clothings were on high demand and prices of goods increased just as expected.

Despite the fact that all Nigerian markets are known to be always busy and rowdy, there are some of them that are extremely busy all year round, with or without special festivals or celebrations, and they are actually really big and popular markets. We would be looking at 10 of such markets in this piece. Here’s a list of them below:

1. Onitsha Market, Anambra

The Onitsha market, also known as Onitsha Main Market, is the largest market in Africa based on its geographical size and volume of goods, and one of the busiest in Nigeria. It is based in the city of Onitsha, the commercial capital of Anambra State.


Despite being located in the south eastern part of Nigeria, the Onitsha market is populated by traders and merchants from not only Nigeria, but all over the world. The Onitsha Main market is often regarded as the headquarters for importers in Eastern Nigeria. These importers are known to bring in about 6 – 20 consignments of 40 tonnes of goods annually. Imported products include jewelry, clothing, household, industrial and office items.


2. Idumota, Lagos

Idumota market is one of the oldest markets in Nigeria, and one of the busiest. The market is located on Lagos Island, and largely known to be the centre for Nollywood home videos, as well as often pirated Hollywood and Bollywood movies.


Apart from home videos, other products such as clothing, textiles, jewelries, shoes, bags and general home appliances are sold there. It is one of the most famous and busiest markets during holidays such as Christmas and Eid celebrations.


3. Kurmi Market, Kano

Kurmi Market is one of the largest and busiest markets in Nigeria, located in Kano state. The market was founded by King Mohammed Rumfa of Kano in 1463, making it one of the oldest markets in Nigeria.

The market is most popular for the sale of products such as sculptures, dyed fabrics, carved stones and woods, beaded jewelry, and woven materials. More so, also available are food items and fresh groceries as well as live cattle from the market.


4. Ariaria International Market, Aba

Fondly called the ‘China of Africa’, Ariaria International Market is one of the largest markets in West Africa. The market was established in the 1970s after a fire incident occurred in Ekeoha Market in Aba.

Ariaria International Market is popularly known for imitations of foreign products, ranging from clothes to shoes, belts, and other items, generally known as ‘Aba made’.


5. Alaba International Market, Lagos

Alaba International market is the hub for assorted electronic products imported directly from the manufacturers. These products include televisions, sound systems, musical instruments, and many other electronics and home appliances. The market is the biggest centre for pirated Hollywood, Nollywood, and Bollywood movies. When visiting the Alaba market, watch out for swindlers who are always looking to play a fast one on unsuspecting visitors.


6. Computer Village, Lagos

Computer Village is the largest ICT accessories market in Africa. There is virtually no sort of computer and electronic accessory that can’t be found in computer village. Also, there is probably no computer problem that cannot be handled or fixed in the market.

The daily business transactions and popularity has attracted new investors and ICT dealers across Africa thereby expanding the market size and population with profound effects on Lagos State economy.


7. Jos Main Market, Jos

Jos Terminal Market (Terminus) as it is otherwise known, is both a trading and tourist centre in Plateau state. It is said to be the largest indoor market in West Africa with its ultra-modern architectural design. Its design makes it easy for customers to get almost anything they want without much hassle. Produce of all kinds such as food items, household tools, etc can be purchased in the market.



8. Zaki Biam yam market, Benue

As the name implies, yam is the only item sold in this market, and this makes it the biggest yam market in West Africa. it is Located in Sankera axis of Ukum local government area in Benue State. With over 1.5 million tubers of yam produced in Benue, the market is the major source of yams for Nigerians.



9. Gbagi Market, Ibadan

The Gbagi market is known to be the textile hub in Ibadan just like Balogun or Idumota markets in Lagos. New fabrics and other clothing materials are offloaded straight from textile factories into the market everyday. All sorts of textile materials, from the lowest to the highest, could be found and several millions of naira are spent in this market on a daily basis.

10. Balogun Market, Lagos

Balogun market is one of the largest markets in Nigeria, and West Africa as a whole. The market is spread across so many streets on Lagos Island. The market is also the best place to get great bargains on different fabrics such as laces, ankara, casual and office wears, shoes, bags etc.



Source: https://www.collinsuchendusblog.com/2019/07/10-biggest-and-busiest-markets-in.html?m=1

Nonsense and bad write up. Where is Ganduje market? Where is it? Tell me where you put Ganduje indoor market for foreign currency.
When you are ready to speak the truth, call me.

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Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by stillseth: 2:52pm On Jul 06, 2019
So no mile 12 ?
Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by heinrichy(m): 2:52pm On Jul 06, 2019
The list is incomplete without NKWO EZEAGU

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Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by Belawy(m): 2:53pm On Jul 06, 2019
Foolish post
Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by Awaja(m): 2:53pm On Jul 06, 2019
Ogbete market should’ve made the list .

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Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by PNANYIAM(m): 2:56pm On Jul 06, 2019
What of machanic village Nnewi

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Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by mkoabiola: 2:57pm On Jul 06, 2019
Onitsha market is d biggest... No doubt

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Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by awetaiye2015: 2:58pm On Jul 06, 2019
schoolnascam:

Markets in Nigeria are generally known to be very busy with all the hustling and bustling, people moving helter skelter, and those buying and selling. The markets are always congested which is why some dislike going to the market. During the just concluded Eid celebration, markets all over the country were packed with traders and buyers and the usually busy ones were even busier. In fact, the markets had become very busy and congested days before the Eid celebration. Products from food items to clothings were on high demand and prices of goods increased just as expected.

Despite the fact that all Nigerian markets are known to be always busy and rowdy, there are some of them that are extremely busy all year round, with or without special festivals or celebrations, and they are actually really big and popular markets. We would be looking at 10 of such markets in this piece. Here’s a list of them below:

1. Onitsha Market, Anambra

The Onitsha market, also known as Onitsha Main Market, is the largest market in Africa based on its geographical size and volume of goods, and one of the busiest in Nigeria. It is based in the city of Onitsha, the commercial capital of Anambra State.


Despite being located in the south eastern part of Nigeria, the Onitsha market is populated by traders and merchants from not only Nigeria, but all over the world. The Onitsha Main market is often regarded as the headquarters for importers in Eastern Nigeria. These importers are known to bring in about 6 – 20 consignments of 40 tonnes of goods annually. Imported products include jewelry, clothing, household, industrial and office items.


2. Idumota, Lagos

Idumota market is one of the oldest markets in Nigeria, and one of the busiest. The market is located on Lagos Island, and largely known to be the centre for Nollywood home videos, as well as often pirated Hollywood and Bollywood movies.


Apart from home videos, other products such as clothing, textiles, jewelries, shoes, bags and general home appliances are sold there. It is one of the most famous and busiest markets during holidays such as Christmas and Eid celebrations.


3. Kurmi Market, Kano

Kurmi Market is one of the largest and busiest markets in Nigeria, located in Kano state. The market was founded by King Mohammed Rumfa of Kano in 1463, making it one of the oldest markets in Nigeria.

The market is most popular for the sale of products such as sculptures, dyed fabrics, carved stones and woods, beaded jewelry, and woven materials. More so, also available are food items and fresh groceries as well as live cattle from the market.


4. Ariaria International Market, Aba

Fondly called the ‘China of Africa’, Ariaria International Market is one of the largest markets in West Africa. The market was established in the 1970s after a fire incident occurred in Ekeoha Market in Aba.

Ariaria International Market is popularly known for imitations of foreign products, ranging from clothes to shoes, belts, and other items, generally known as ‘Aba made’.


5. Alaba International Market, Lagos

Alaba International market is the hub for assorted electronic products imported directly from the manufacturers. These products include televisions, sound systems, musical instruments, and many other electronics and home appliances. The market is the biggest centre for pirated Hollywood, Nollywood, and Bollywood movies. When visiting the Alaba market, watch out for swindlers who are always looking to play a fast one on unsuspecting visitors.


6. Computer Village, Lagos

Computer Village is the largest ICT accessories market in Africa. There is virtually no sort of computer and electronic accessory that can’t be found in computer village. Also, there is probably no computer problem that cannot be handled or fixed in the market.

The daily business transactions and popularity has attracted new investors and ICT dealers across Africa thereby expanding the market size and population with profound effects on Lagos State economy.


7. Jos Main Market, Jos

Jos Terminal Market (Terminus) as it is otherwise known, is both a trading and tourist centre in Plateau state. It is said to be the largest indoor market in West Africa with its ultra-modern architectural design. Its design makes it easy for customers to get almost anything they want without much hassle. Produce of all kinds such as food items, household tools, etc can be purchased in the market.



8. Zaki Biam yam market, Benue

As the name implies, yam is the only item sold in this market, and this makes it the biggest yam market in West Africa. it is Located in Sankera axis of Ukum local government area in Benue State. With over 1.5 million tubers of yam produced in Benue, the market is the major source of yams for Nigerians.



9. Gbagi Market, Ibadan

The Gbagi market is known to be the textile hub in Ibadan just like Balogun or Idumota markets in Lagos. New fabrics and other clothing materials are offloaded straight from textile factories into the market everyday. All sorts of textile materials, from the lowest to the highest, could be found and several millions of naira are spent in this market on a daily basis.

10. Balogun Market, Lagos

Balogun market is one of the largest markets in Nigeria, and West Africa as a whole. The market is spread across so many streets on Lagos Island. The market is also the best place to get great bargains on different fabrics such as laces, ankara, casual and office wears, shoes, bags etc.



Source: https://www.collinsuchendusblog.com/2019/07/10-biggest-and-busiest-markets-in.html?m=1

Where Iyabasira spot fall put na?

To be serious, Alaba should come first. Respect that market oooo
Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by Juban(m): 2:58pm On Jul 06, 2019
What of nkwo nnewi market?

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Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by AmazingELixir: 2:59pm On Jul 06, 2019
Seyioluwa11:
Ketu and mile 12 Lagos
Arena market oshodi Lagos
Kara market ogun state
Ladipo lagos
Bodija ibadan

I'm pretty sure you've never stepped an inch outside the south west

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Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by Beedude(m): 3:00pm On Jul 06, 2019
Mile 12 market no follow?
Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by Mummymahdi(f): 3:02pm On Jul 06, 2019
kamaldin:

The list is not complete without kori market kano

Exactly
Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by mcdokwe(m): 3:05pm On Jul 06, 2019
Been to 4 of them
Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by ajepako(f): 3:08pm On Jul 06, 2019
Well, as an ldunmota born and bred. Lagosian, other big markets in Lagos are:

Tejuosho market, yaba (Everything)

Mile 12 Market ( Food stuff)

Ereko market ( beverages. Provision, sweets and candies)

Dosunmu Market, ( everything dozen price)

And of course, Oyingbo market.. ( food stuff especially vegetable and spices)

But my favorite market?....... Jumia Online... grin grin grin

Yas! grin grin

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Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by Menance: 3:09pm On Jul 06, 2019
Igbo Amaka
Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by gratiaeo(m): 3:13pm On Jul 06, 2019
MobilityExpress:
Number 1 is Idumota. And then why didn't you include Ladipo market, OP do you want to be unfortunate? Make Ladipo boys catch you grin
Ladipo is a street market
Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by Onlinefarmstore: 3:16pm On Jul 06, 2019
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schoolnascam:

Markets in Nigeria are generally known to be very busy with all the hustling and bustling, people moving helter skelter, and those buying and selling. The markets are always congested which is why some dislike going to the market. During the just concluded Eid celebration, markets all over the country were packed with traders and buyers and the usually busy ones were even busier. In fact, the markets had become very busy and congested days before the Eid celebration. Products from food items to clothings were on high demand and prices of goods increased just as expected.

Despite the fact that all Nigerian markets are known to be always busy and rowdy, there are some of them that are extremely busy all year round, with or without special festivals or celebrations, and they are actually really big and popular markets. We would be looking at 10 of such markets in this piece. Here’s a list of them below:

1. Onitsha Market, Anambra

The Onitsha market, also known as Onitsha Main Market, is the largest market in Africa based on its geographical size and volume of goods, and one of the busiest in Nigeria. It is based in the city of Onitsha, the commercial capital of Anambra State.


Despite being located in the south eastern part of Nigeria, the Onitsha market is populated by traders and merchants from not only Nigeria, but all over the world. The Onitsha Main market is often regarded as the headquarters for importers in Eastern Nigeria. These importers are known to bring in about 6 – 20 consignments of 40 tonnes of goods annually. Imported products include jewelry, clothing, household, industrial and office items.


2. Idumota, Lagos

Idumota market is one of the oldest markets in Nigeria, and one of the busiest. The market is located on Lagos Island, and largely known to be the centre for Nollywood home videos, as well as often pirated Hollywood and Bollywood movies.


Apart from home videos, other products such as clothing, textiles, jewelries, shoes, bags and general home appliances are sold there. It is one of the most famous and busiest markets during holidays such as Christmas and Eid celebrations.


3. Kurmi Market, Kano

Kurmi Market is one of the largest and busiest markets in Nigeria, located in Kano state. The market was founded by King Mohammed Rumfa of Kano in 1463, making it one of the oldest markets in Nigeria.

The market is most popular for the sale of products such as sculptures, dyed fabrics, carved stones and woods, beaded jewelry, and woven materials. More so, also available are food items and fresh groceries as well as live cattle from the market.


4. Ariaria International Market, Aba

Fondly called the ‘China of Africa’, Ariaria International Market is one of the largest markets in West Africa. The market was established in the 1970s after a fire incident occurred in Ekeoha Market in Aba.

Ariaria International Market is popularly known for imitations of foreign products, ranging from clothes to shoes, belts, and other items, generally known as ‘Aba made’.


5. Alaba International Market, Lagos

Alaba International market is the hub for assorted electronic products imported directly from the manufacturers. These products include televisions, sound systems, musical instruments, and many other electronics and home appliances. The market is the biggest centre for pirated Hollywood, Nollywood, and Bollywood movies. When visiting the Alaba market, watch out for swindlers who are always looking to play a fast one on unsuspecting visitors.


6. Computer Village, Lagos

Computer Village is the largest ICT accessories market in Africa. There is virtually no sort of computer and electronic accessory that can’t be found in computer village. Also, there is probably no computer problem that cannot be handled or fixed in the market.

The daily business transactions and popularity has attracted new investors and ICT dealers across Africa thereby expanding the market size and population with profound effects on Lagos State economy.


7. Jos Main Market, Jos

Jos Terminal Market (Terminus) as it is otherwise known, is both a trading and tourist centre in Plateau state. It is said to be the largest indoor market in West Africa with its ultra-modern architectural design. Its design makes it easy for customers to get almost anything they want without much hassle. Produce of all kinds such as food items, household tools, etc can be purchased in the market.



8. Zaki Biam yam market, Benue

As the name implies, yam is the only item sold in this market, and this makes it the biggest yam market in West Africa. it is Located in Sankera axis of Ukum local government area in Benue State. With over 1.5 million tubers of yam produced in Benue, the market is the major source of yams for Nigerians.



9. Gbagi Market, Ibadan

The Gbagi market is known to be the textile hub in Ibadan just like Balogun or Idumota markets in Lagos. New fabrics and other clothing materials are offloaded straight from textile factories into the market everyday. All sorts of textile materials, from the lowest to the highest, could be found and several millions of naira are spent in this market on a daily basis.

10. Balogun Market, Lagos

Balogun market is one of the largest markets in Nigeria, and West Africa as a whole. The market is spread across so many streets on Lagos Island. The market is also the best place to get great bargains on different fabrics such as laces, ankara, casual and office wears, shoes, bags etc.



Source: https://www.collinsuchendusblog.com/2019/07/10-biggest-and-busiest-markets-in.html?m=1

Permit something here sir, Zaki biam market is in Zaki biam town, and Sankara is the headquarters of ukum local govt area.
Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by Waspy(m): 3:18pm On Jul 06, 2019
There's no such thing as Onitsha market. The whole land space of Onitsha is a market in all entirety

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Re: 10 Biggest And Busiest Markets In Nigeria That Are Saving The Nation From Hunger by Cirochukade: 3:19pm On Jul 06, 2019
Abeg make una leave OP alone he said what he knows! someone can also create his own thread

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