The Lagos State Government on Monday held a stakeholder meeting with traders at Computer Village, Ikeja, to deliberate on the planned relocation of the popular market to the newly developed ICT and Business Park in Katangowa, Agbado-Oke Odo.
Speaking at the forum, the Permanent Secretary, Office of Urban Development, Gbolahan Oki, said the meeting was convened on the directive of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to promote transparency and ensure traders are fully involved in the relocation process.
Oki explained that the move is part of Sanwo-Olu’s urban renewal and decentralisation strategy, designed to decongest major commercial hubs, enhance quality of life, and promote sustainable urban development.
“For the first time in 15 years, the government is meeting you here in your market on this issue. It shows the governor’s commitment to openness and stakeholder engagement,” Oki told the traders.
He noted that the Katangowa ICT and Business Park will feature modern facilities, including hotels, banking halls, recreation centres, car parks, a fire station, police post, and access roads—facilities expected to boost trade and restore sanity to Ikeja, originally designated as a residential district.
The Iyaloja of Computer Village, Chief Abisola Azeez, welcomed the initiative, saying the relocation would expand the market’s potential and create a more conducive business environment.
Other senior government officials in attendance included the General Manager, Lagos State Urban Renewal Agency, Oladimeji Animashaun; Coordinating Director, Lagos State Building Control Agency, Builder Florence Gbaye; SSA to the Governor on Urban Development, Segun Williams; and executive members of the market association.
Over the years, Computer Village has grown into West Africa’s largest ICT hub, attracting traders, technicians, and customers nationwide. However, its rapid expansion has fuelled traffic congestion, overcrowding, illegal street trading, poor sanitation, and pressure on Ikeja’s infrastructure concerns that have long spurred calls for relocation.
