Ibadan — the ancient city of seven hills — is entering a new chapter. The Oba Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja Circular Road Project is one of the most ambitious infrastructure developments in Oyo State’s history, designed to connect all major entry and exit points around the Ibadan metropolis thereby creating future cities in Ibadan.
But this isn’t just a road.
It’s the spinal cord of future growth, a highway of possibilities that will reshape the real estate investment landscape of Ibadan for decades to come.
At DEVALOP, we’ve analyzed every community along the proposed route to help you understand where the next property boom will happen — and where your next investment should as a real estate investor in Ibadan, or resident.
Discover the complete list of Ibadan communities set to be impacted and benefit from the ongoing Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja Circular Road Project. Learn how this massive infrastructure will transform local governments like Oluyole, Egbeda, Lagelu, Ona Ara, Akinyele, and Ido into future real estate investment hotspots in Oyo State.
The Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja Circular Road Project: Full List of Ibadan Communities Set for Real Estate Transformation
1. OLUYOLE LOCAL GOVERNMENT — The Industrial-Residential Powerhouse
The Oluyole axis is already seeing increased demand due to proximity to Ibadan Toll Gate, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, and the first technical university (Tech-U), one of the key educational anchors in the city. Of all the six local governments impacted by the road project, Oluyole stands to gain a lot as one of the fast rising areas for real estate investment in Ibadan.
Communities Affected by the Circular Road in Oluyole:
- Egbeda Tuber
- Tech U
- Ajota
- Tela Estate
- Aba Ege
- Aba Oke
- Balogun
- Irepodun
- Arowojede
- Arowojeka
- Oke Irorun
- Daodu
- Alubarika
- Inu Odo
- Tella
- Modele
- Ayelagbe
- Ogo Oluwa
- Alapa Zone 2
- Lafiki Zone 2
- Aboloke
DEVALOP Real Estate Insight: With increased access to the industrial corridor and universities nearby, Oluyole will soon become one of the most desirable mixed-use zones in Oyo State.
2. EGBEDA LOCAL GOVERNMENT — Ibadan’s Expanding Urban Belt
Egbeda is a rising star in Ibadan’s metropolitan development map. Its closeness to major markets, tech clusters, International Airport, and the Oba Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja Circular Road makes it a gateway to growth.
Key Communities Affected in Egbeda Local Government:
- Ayede
- Awaye
- Fashade
Investment Tip: Egbeda lands are already appreciating. Expect steady value growth as infrastructure and private housing projects roll out along the new road.
3. LAGELU LOCAL GOVERNMENT — The Future of Agri-Urban Living
Lagelu combines serene landscapes with vast land potential. The Circular Road will open up new residential and agricultural investment opportunities. Don’t be surprised in few years, future cities springs up in these areas.
Impacted Communities in Lagelu Local Government:
- Ejioku
- Eni Osa
- Arulogun
- Abaoba
- Kotilo
- Oyagaga
- Ire Akari
- Idi Igba
- Obanijesu
- Aba Oyo
- Ajisola
- Asogba
- Abudoro
- Idigba
- Folarin
- Ogundele
- Ologbonebe
- Akanbi
- Eleruwere
- Ladojo
- Arulogun
- Olaaka
DEVALOP Insight: This axis will attract developers looking for affordable plots for gated communities and logistics parks — especially near Arulogun and Ladojo villages.
4. ONA ARA LOCAL GOVERNMENT — The Affordable Housing Frontier
Of all the Ibadan communities affected by circular road, the Ona Ara corridor is evolving into Ibadan’s affordable housing and suburban investment zone. The Circular Road cuts through multiple developing communities ready for transformation.
Key Communities Along the Circular Road in Ona Ara:
- Ajia
- Arowojeka
- Badeku
- Akamo
- Àba Otun
- Mesio
- Odeyale
- Ifesowapo
- Ifetola
- Omolere
- Oloruntola
- Fashade
- Abaosho
- Igbalefa
- Adigbe
- Badeku
- Alase
- Ojoku
- Dare
- Isase
- Olokemeji
- Ogido
Investor Forecast: The Badeku–Ajia stretch is fast becoming a real estate hotspot. It is one of Governor Seyi Makinde’s focal point for upcoming election. It is one of the places to buy affordable land in Ibadan at the moment. This is a prime time to acquire land before major developers arrive.
5. AKINYELE LOCAL GOVERNMENT — Ibadan’s Tech and Education Hub
Akinyele represents the city’s northern innovation corridor, with proximity to Ojo Interchange, the University of Ibadan, the Polytechnic of Ibadan, Moniya railway station, Ibadan dry port, International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, and other research centers.
Ibadan Circular Road Affected Communities in Akinyele:
- Aroro Kole
- Molarere
- Odo Oba
- Ibitunde
- Tolatose
- Olufana
- Ile Ola
- Eyin Olu
- Oke
- Salako
- Ade Ope
- Dalegan
- Igbaro
- Aje
- Ido Ako
- Lala
- Toose
- Olukitibi
- Alagbede
- Solalu
- Asalu
- Adeowu
- Oke Ola
- Akinlawon
- Ogongo
- Idiroko
- Akinno
- Akinlegbe
- Sogunro
- Olowokere Igbo
- Àba Ido
- Ileba Ogundeji
- Ojo Aba’Emo
- Oyedeji
- Omilabu
- Àba Adisa
- Payale
- Kole UI Extension
- Housing Estate Kole
- Ogunsanya Girls
Devalop Investment Angle: Akinyele will soon mirror areas like Magodo or Lekki Phase 2 in Lagos — especially for investors focusing on student apartments, shortlets, and smart estates.
6. IDO LOCAL GOVERNMENT — Ibadan’s Future Industrial Engine
The Ido LGA is the largest in Oyo State and a vital component of the Circular Road blueprint. It’s strategically located for logistics, manufacturing, and residential development.
Key Communities Impacted Under Ido Local Government:
- Lade (close to Omi-Adio is one of the hotspot for the circular road and the proposed Mechanic Village resettlement)
- Kuye
- Fenwa
- Elenusonso
- Itesiwaju
- Lariken
- Inalende
- Idi-Igbaro
- Ogo Oluwa
- Bako
- Jamoje
- Lade
- Olounde
- Aganni
- Shiba
- Alayo
- Isale Alah
- Akala Village
- Agbeni
- Olowogbo
- Idi Igbaro
- Alaaka
- Atenda
- Alugi
- Dairo
- Oke-Ala
- Foko Agba
- Olodi
- Ajayiga
- Agbada
- Alenibare
- Ifesowapo
- Baba Ode
Development Forecast: Ido will host industrial estates, warehouse clusters, and residential smart cities — all powered by the improved connectivity of the Circular Road.
Ibadan’s Future Cities — Powered by the Circular Road
The Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja Circular Road is shaping Ibadan into a 21st-century metropolis, connecting growth corridors across Oluyole, Egbeda, Lagelu, Ona Ara, Akinyele, and Ido.
This is the beginning of new real estate frontiers — places where early investors will reap exponential returns.
DEVALOP is strategically positioned to guide you through these emerging opportunities, offering:
- Verified land sales in Ibadan’s fastest-developing communities via Devalop-powered estates and partners.
- Real estate advisory for Nigerians in diaspora
- Project partnerships for developers and investors
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Conclusion
Oba Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja Circular Road is a project with three sides; the good, the bad, and the ugly.
As current residents and property owners in some of these areas, the thought of Ibadan Circular Road might not sound pleasing – that’s the bad. To the government, this is what needs to be done in order to deliver the Oyo State property development framework that has been set in motion over a decade ago – that’s the good (with a clear intent). To investors, the opportunity to own a premium property at a discount price is a welcoming idea – we take this as the ugly, except it is professionally handled to avoid being scammed.
But in all fairness, all parties needs to exercise caution. The government needs to find a way to compensate some of the displaced property owners in these axis – consistent engagement is needed. Intending investors needs to conduct an in-depth research and background checks in order not to fall into the wrong hands of fake omo oniles. Existing property owners must find a way to adapt to the reality and liaise with the government in finding an alternative solution.
That’s a wrap!
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