If you have lived in Lagos for a while, you must have heard of "Jakande." While there is another Jakande in the Isolo area of the mainland, Jakande Lekki is the popular hub located on the Lagos Island axis. It is a major bus stop and residential area along the busy Lekki-Epe Expressway.
Jakande is known for being a "middle-ground" for many commuters. It is not as expensive as Phase 1, but it is much closer to the business hubs of Victoria Island and Ikoyi than Ajah or Sangotedo. Whether you are going there to shop at the famous Circle Mall (Shoprite), visit the Jakande Art Market, or you just moved into one of the estates like Femi Okunnu, knowing how to navigate the area is very important.
In this guide, we will break down the local government area, the best ways to "enter bus" to Jakande, and the current transport fares you should expect to pay.
Jakande Lekki falls strictly under the Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State. It is strategically positioned along the Lekki-Epe Expressway.
The area is bordered by Ikate-Elegushi to the west (towards Victoria Island) and Agungi/Chevron to the east (towards Ajah). To the south, it stretches towards the Atlantic coastline, housing several gated communities and local fishing villages. The terrain is mostly flat, though like many parts of Lekki, some streets may experience flash floods during heavy rainy seasons.
Jakande is a massive landmark. When you tell a conductor you are "dropping at Jakande," they usually mean the main bus stop on the expressway. Here are the key sections within this area:
Transport fares in Lagos change based on the time of day, rain, or fuel price hikes. Below is a rough estimate of what you will spend to get to Jakande Lekki using different modes of transport.
| Route | Transport Mode | Fare Range (β¦) |
|---|
| CMS / Obalende to Jakande | Danfo (Yellow Bus) | β¦700 - β¦1,000 |
| Ajah to Jakande | Korope (Mini-bus) | β¦300 - β¦500 |
| Oshodi to Jakande | Big Bus (LSSTF/Private) | β¦1,200 - β¦1,800 |
| Victoria Island to Jakande | Ride-Hailing (Bolt/Uber) | β¦3,500 - β¦5,500 |
| Jakande to Chevron | Korope (Mini-bus) | β¦200 - β¦400 |
If you are heading to Jakande Lekki, these are the best places to find a direct bus:
Traveling in Lagos requires "sense." Here are a few tips for your trip to Jakande:
No. Jakande Lekki is in Eti-Osa LGA on the Island, while Jakande Isolo is on the Mainland. Always specify "Lekki" when talking to drivers.
It is under the Eti-Osa Local Government Area.
There are no dedicated BRT lanes in Lekki, but the large blue Lagos State buses (regulated buses) pass through Jakande on their way to Ajah from Oshodi or CMS.
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