About Maryland
Maryland is centrally tucked in the residential area of Ikeja, the state capital of Lagos. It is a lovely place to reside for those who want to stay on the mainland but have their businesses or offices on the island. Maryland is only a few minutes? drive from Murtala Muhammed International Airport. It is also home to Maryland Mall, a shoppers? paradise. The major means of transport in the area is the danfos (yellow buses)and motorcycles.
Popular Utility Services Nearby
- Lagos State Water Corporation
- Ikeja Electric, Shomolu Business District
Best Time To Visit Maryland
The weather conditions in Lagos is the same as that all of Lagos state. There are two seasons in the state, the rainy and dry season, which are both tropical. Between April and July, the rains become very frequent and heavier. It is less intense between October and November. It is a dry period between August to September, and from December to March. Lagos experiences serious Harmattan in December.
Temperature wise, the best time to visit Lagos is during the cooler dry season, when the rains fall only once in a while and the heat is bearable. This is between August and September.
How To Get To Maryland
There are several locations in Lagos by which entry can be made into Maryland. Popular destinations from other locations include Ketu, Ojota, Ikeja, Oworonshki, Oshodi, and Yaba. Danfos are available at certain junctions in these places for people who would like shared transportation, while ubers and taxis can be chartered for a more private commute.
Dining And Shopping In Maryland
Maryland is well situated for heavy shoppers as there are two major malls around the area. the closer one is the Maryland Mall which was recently commissioned. Eating out is also easy in the area. there are several restaurants and cafes for any delicacy of choice, as well as bars for more entertainment.
Shopping Centres In Maryland
- Maryland Mall: This is the biggest shopping mall in the Maryland area. It is located at 350-360 Ikorodu Rd, Anthony Village, Maryland. Maryland Mall contains a large supermarket, cinema, phone and gift shops, boutiques, and everything else you might need.
- Ikeja City Mall: This is located around Obafemi Awolowo way, Ikeja, a little further away. Items at the Maryland Mall will also be found here including groceries, personal care items and more.
- The Arena Market: is an idea of the Nigerian army for low budget shopping. The prices of goods here are reasonably less than those of bigger supermarkets and malls.
- Computer Village: this is the go-to for all things tech including new and fairly used mobile phones, laptops, and computer accessories. It is quite a secluded area for these activities, hence the name
Restaurants In Maryland
Visit the following outlets for local or international delicacies, confectioneries, and other snacks.
- Sunrise Chinese Restaurant - 32 Aromire Ave, Oba Akran, Ikeja
- Chadon Restaurant - Tiamiyu Olushile St, Mende, Lagos
- Seven Eagles Spur - Actis Ikeja Mall, Obafemi Awolowo Way, Oregun, Ikeja
Bars/Nightclubs Around Maryland
- R Caf? - 29 Isaac John St, Ikeja GRA, Lagos
- Pub 1 - Adekunle Fajuyi Way, Ikeja GRA, Lagos
- La Mango - Adekunle Fajuyi Way, Ikeja GRA, Lagos
Local government Offices In Maryland
The following is a list of local government offices or other parastatals owned by the government in or around the Maryland metropolis:
- Local Government Office, Ikeja
- Onigbongbo Local Community Development Area
- Lagos State Electricity Board
Popular Places In Maryland
Other places of interest around Maryland area include:
- Hotel Ibis Ikeja
- Anchor Events Place
- Maxton Suites
- The Place Restaurant
