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GOLF IN LAGOS The inexhaustible shades of versatility in Lagos cannot be overly resounded. No matter the lifestyle you might be used to; no matter your class or social strata, it will take a lot of determination and sheer commitment to be left out in the city of Lagos. Hence, for the lovers of the serenity of the game of golf, look no further, Lagos has got some answers!
On Lakowe Lake Golf & Country Estate, located along the LekkiEpe expressway towards Epe, just a little over twenty minutes from the commercial centre the city of Lagos is known for is an 18hole lush golf course perfect for championships, relaxation, and dare I say, closing business deals! Finely tended grasses with artsy shapes surrounding glittering lakes under fine skies is all the ambience needed for a game of golf. However, there’s more! Lux accommodation is available, as well as exquisite meals by Sheraton Four Points, just in case the game stretches into the morrow! Lakowe, Eti Osa 0701 274 6987
IKOYI GOLF CLUB Located in probably the most silkstocking vicinity of Lagos is the golf course of Ikoyi Club 1938. Ikoyi Club was founded in September 1938. It was a result of the amalgamation of the European club and Lagos golf club. It spreads elegantly across 465 acres, with ponds as part of the obstacles and aesthetics. However, it is exclusive to club members and their guests only. Ikoyi Club 1938, 6, Ikoyi Club 1938 Road, Ikoyi, Lagos. +234 (0) 1 269 5133
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LAKOWE LAKE AND GOLF COUNTRY ESTATE
IKEJA GOLF CLUB After Nigeria gained her independence, a lot of her citizens abroad began returning, and with gained sophistication and levels of versatility, they began recreating the environment they had been exposed to here in Lagos. The Ikeja Golf club was one of such developments, it was formed eight years after the independence of Nigeria by such notable Nigerians as then Airport Commandant, Major Dickson, Felix Ibru, Chief Gilbert Olukoya, Pfizer, Bobby Benson, Mr. A. O. Sandey, and a bunch of others. It started out with a six-hole golf course until 1969. Today, it is an inviting 18-hole course. Oladipo Bateye Road, Ikeja GRA, Lagos 0802 772 2272
DOLPHIN GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB Conquer the obstacles of ponds on the Dolphin golf club course, commissioned in 1988. It was created by the late Chief of General Staff, Mike Akhigbe. It is located in Navy Town, Ojo, on the mainland of Lagos and as such, a military course. Despite this, it is open to civilians as well. This 72-course par has been host for three professional tourneys in the past, with the most recent being for the La Liga group tournament in January this year. Navy Town, Ojo, Lagos.