Ikeja

Ikeja is the capital city of Lagos State, Nigeria, and serves as a major administrative and commercial district in the southwestern part of the country. Located inland from the Lagos Lagoon and connected by major intercity roads, Ikeja functions as a key hub within the Lagos metropolitan area.

Administratively, Ikeja is part of the Ikeja Local Government Area and includes notable neighborhoods such as Ikeja GRA (a well-known residential area) and the Alausa district. The Lagos State Government Secretariat and several state ministries and agencies are situated in Alausa, making Ikeja an important center for governance and public administration.

Economically, Ikeja hosts several important landmarks and commercial centers. Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Nigeria’s main international gateway, lies within Ikeja’s vicinity, contributing to its strategic significance. The Ikeja City Centre is a large shopping and business complex, while Computer Village is a renowned electronics market that attracts traders and buyers from across the country. These facilities, along with various offices and banks, position Ikeja as a major commercial node in Lagos State.

Transport and infrastructure in Ikeja connect it to other parts of Lagos through a network of roads and highways. The area experiences high traffic during peak periods and is a focus for urban development plans, including discussions around upgrades to rail and transit networks to improve regional mobility.

While predominantly urban, Ikeja contains a mix of residential neighborhoods and commercial zones, reflecting its role as both an administrative seat and a commercial engine within Lagos State.