That has made even companies in the real estate sector spend millions of dollars to construct huge shopping malls in Nigeria. Now as a result of all these, the country is home to most of the largest shopping malls on the continent. Many of these facilities are rivaling major shopping malls in the Middle East, North America, and Europe. Now let’s get to find out the list of the biggest Malls In Nigeria.
List Of The Biggest Malls in Nigeria
- Tinapa Shopping Resort
- Capital Mall
- Jabi Lake Mall
- Ado Bayero Mall
- Ikeja City Mall
- Polo Park Mall
- Palms Shopping Mall
Tinapa Shopping Resort
Tinapa Resort is one of the biggest malls In Nigeria. The Tinapa Resort is located in the Northern part of Calber Municipality, Cross River State, Nigeria, they are associated with the Calaber Free Trade Zone.
The Resort was developed under PPP (private-public partnership) and promoted by the Government of Cross River State. It has facilities for retail and wholesale as well as for leisure and entertainment.
The shopping Resort has 80,000 square meters (861,113 sq ft) of lettable space for wholes and retailers which is made up of four emporiums of 10,000 square meters (110,000 sq ft) each, smaller shops, and warehouses. It also has entertainment strips that contain digital cinema, a casino, a children’s arcade, restaurants, a nightclub, a mini-amphitheater, and Pubs.
The place includes an Open exhibition area for trade exhibitions and other events and a movie production studio which is commonly known called Tinapa Studios. There are Two Hundred and Fouty-three Room International three-star hotels.
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Capital Mall Abuja
The Capital Mall is a complex still under construction in the Central Business District of Abuja, FCT, Nigeria. Seven skyscrapers have been planned for the site, two of which have been topped out with others that are under construction and some at the stage of development.
In September 2011, President Goodluck Jonathan, the former President of Nigeria broke the ground for the Project. It was initially estimated to be completed and open in 2013.
Jabi Lake Mall
The Jabi Lake Mall is located in Abuja, it has 26,479 square meters (285,017 sq ft). It is one of the biggest Malls in Nigeria.
Jabi Lake Mall has over 100 shops which provide guests with maximum shopping experiences. They sell local and International brands in each of those stores. The mall has different known restaurants and entertainment arcades as well as a cinema where anyone can see both Western movies and Nollywood.
Ado Bayero Mall
The Ado Bayero Mall is located in Kano City and the name Ado Bayero Is named after the city’s longest-serving Monarch, His Royal Highness Alhaji (Dr). Ado Bayero. Ado Bayor Mall has 24,136 square meters (259797.7 sq ft).
It comprises two major international shopping retailers and it has the largest and most modern indoor multi-screen cinema and a broad range of other offerings. They include restaurants, media stores, and indoor play areas for children.
The mall has its first phase of development on the site, and the owner of the mall has an intention of embarking on a 4-5-star hotel and an amusement park.
Ikeja City Mall
The Ikeja City Mall which is located at Alausa in Ikeja, Lagos State is one of the biggest Malls In Nigeria. It is the first of its kind on the mainland of Metropolitan Lagos. It has 22,645 square meters (234,749 sq ft)
The Ikeja City Mall commenced its construction work in May 2010 and was initially scheduled to be open in November 2011 but was later opened in December.
Ikeja City Mall has a five-screen Silverbird Cinemas and a Shoprite Supermarket. It has specialized facilities for banks, cafes, hairdressing/beauty salons, stores, Ice-skating arenas, etc.
Polo Park Mall
The Polo Park is one of the biggest malls in Nigeria, It was built by Polo Park Development Company and established in 2011. It has 22,530 square meters (242,511 sq ft).
The Polo Park Hall has both local and International brands like Swatch, Lifemate, Samsung Mobile, KFC, Daviva, Stanbic and Ethiopian Airline, Puma, MAC, Levis, and Coldstone.
Palms Shopping Mall
Have you heard of Palms Shopping Mall located on a 45,000-square-meter in Lakki, Lagos State? It has about 21,000 square meters. The mall is said to have been built on a swampland which was reclaimed by the government.
When the construction was completed, the former President of Nigeria, His Excellency, President Obasanjo, and Oba of Lagos. The mall was opened in late 2005, it has about 69 stores as well as a modern six-screen cinema.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Mall Is The Biggest In Africa?
The biggest Mall in Africa is Gateway. It is one of the top Fifty largest malls in the world and the biggest in Africa.
Who Owns The Mall Of Africa?
The owner of Mall of Africa is Attacq Limited. They are the developer of Waterfall City in the middle of Gauteng.
What Are The Top Five Biggest Malls In The World?
- New South China Mall: It is the biggest Mall in the world, It is measured based on the gross leasable area. It hosts close to Six Million sq ft (600,000) of space for retail. It is located in Dongguan, China.
- Golden Resouces Mall: Here is one of the Biggest Malls in the World. The Gross Leasable Area is 6.0 Million sq ft (560.000m2). It is located in Beijing, China.
- ICONSIAM: One of the biggest malls in the world is ICONSIAM. It is located in Bangkok, Thailand. With a Gross Leasable Area of 5.65 Million sq ft (525,000 m2).
- SM Megamall: In SM Megamall, Eight Hundred Thousand can walk through the halls daily. It has a Gross Leasable Area of 5.1 Million sq ft (474,000 m2). It is located in Mandaluyong, Philippines.
- Sm Mall Of Asia: This is one of the biggest malls in the world. It has a Gross Leasable Area of 4.66 Million sq ft (433.00 m2). It is located in Pasay, Philippines.