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Introduction to Lekki Peninsula , the fastest developing area of Lagos....
Public transportation to the peninsula can be easily obtained from CMS or Obalende, or taxi from any part of Lagos. However, because most residents have their own cars, and there is only one major road - Lekki-Epe Expressway - running through the peninsula from Victoria Island to Epe, traffic congestion is very common on most days, including weekends. Due to its proximity to the Epe Bridge and the Lagos/Sagamu/Benin expressway, Lekki is also the gateway to southeast Nigeria. Accomodation and HotelsAccommodation in Lekki comes in different varieties, but duplexes and flats are very common. Most homes are furnished with running water and electricity. However, cost of renting or purchasing properties on the peninsula is very high, especially in Lekki Phase 1 and Victoria Garden City (VGC).Notable estates on the peninsula include Oniru Private Estate, Femi Okunnu Estate, Manor Gardens, Victoria Garden City, Crown Estate, Thomas Estate, Abraham Adesanya Estate and Amen Estate on Eleko Beach Road. ShoppingThere are several shopping malls located along the Lekki-Epe Expressway on the peninsula, but the major ones are The Palms Shopping Mall just before first Lekki roundabout, and Ikota Shopping Complex near VGC. Eleganza Shopping Complex directly opposite Ikota Shopping Complex is still under construction. A list of the weekly prices of electonics at Game, The Palms Shopping Mall, Lekki can be obtained here. Also, several open markets are located on the peninsula. The popular Ilasan market, otherwise known as Lekki market by expatriates, sells fruit, vegetables, art and artifacts from Nigeria and other parts of West Africa. However, prices are generally higher here than in other parts of the city. Other markets in the area include New Market and Ajah Market. The Anap Ranch at kilometre 42 on Epe Expressway sells imported Dutch stock meat (a brand of imported beef), excellent ground beef, bone/rib steaks and rump roast. Lekki also has a seaside pleasure garden and water sports.
Beaches on the PeninsulaThere are several beaches along the lekki peninsular corridor including Lekki Beach, Alpha Beach and Eleko Beach. For details, click here. Eco-TourismFor those interested in eco-tourism, Lekki Conservation Centre (LCC), managed by the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) is located just after Chevron roundabout on the Lekki Peninsula.
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