Yaba Market, Lagos: Complete Shopping Guide

Yaba is one of the liveliest neighbourhoods on the Lagos Mainland: home to universities, tech start-ups and some of the city's busiest shopping. When Lagosians talk about "Yaba Market", they usually mean the Tejuosho Market area and the streets around it. Here's what to expect.

Where is Yaba Market?

The heart of Yaba's market area is the Main Tejuosho Shopping Complex on Ojuelegba-Itire Road, close to Ojuelegba. Around the complex you'll also find street traders and smaller plazas. For directions, opening hours and a map, see where is Tejuosho Market.

What you can buy in Yaba

• Fabrics and lace: aso-ebi lace, Ankara, George and more. See where to buy lace in Lagos.
• Clothes: ready-to-wear dresses, office wear, native attire, children's clothes and men's shirts.
• Second-hand clothes (okrika): Yaba has long been associated with affordable thrift clothing. See our okrika markets guide.
• Shoes and bags: party heels, loafers, sneakers and clutch bags.
• Jewellery and accessories: statement earrings, beads and bridal sets.
• Home and electronics: fans, blenders, kitchenware, phones and accessories.

Tejuosho complex vs the street market

Inside the complex, shops are permanent and numbered, so it's easier to find a trader again, compare shops floor by floor, and shop in a more organised setting. On the streets around it, you'll find more hawkers, bargains and thrift piles, with more crowds and more bargaining. Many shoppers do both.

Getting to Yaba Market

• Train: the Lagos Red Line stops at Yaba station; continue by bus, keke or ride-hail.
• Bus: buses heading to Yaba or Ojuelegba will get you close.
• Ride-hailing: set your destination to "Main Tejuosho Shopping Complex, Yaba".

Prices in Yaba

Yaba is known for being affordable compared with malls and boutiques, but prices depend on quality and on your bargaining. A "price list" is hard to give because prices change with exchange rates and seasons. The best approach is to ask in three or four shops before buying, then use our bargaining tips.

Tips for shopping in Yaba

• Go on a weekday morning; Saturdays are the busiest.
• Carry a way to pay by transfer, plus some cash for transport and small items.
• Keep valuables in front of you in crowded areas.
• Save the shop numbers of traders you like for next time.

Want to compare Yaba with other areas? Read the best markets in Lagos and the best markets for clothes in Lagos.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Yaba Market located?

When people say "Yaba Market" they usually mean the Tejuosho Market area in Yaba, on the Lagos Mainland. The Main Tejuosho Shopping Complex is on Ojuelegba-Itire Road, close to Ojuelegba and Yaba.

Is Yaba Market good for clothes?

Yes. Yaba is known for clothes at many price points, from new ready-to-wear and native attire to fabrics, shoes and bags, plus second-hand (okrika) clothing around the wider market area.

How do I get to Yaba Market by train?

Take the Lagos Red Line to Yaba station, then a short bus, keke or ride-hail trip to Tejuosho.

What time does Yaba Market open?

The Main Tejuosho Shopping Complex opens Monday to Saturday, 9am to 6pm, including public holidays. Surrounding street traders keep their own hours.