Ibadan has a lot of nightlife hubs with the Ring-Road community targeted as the city’s unofficial entertainment zone. At nightfall, every single one area comes alive with the sound of live bands and nightclub beats. With numerous bars, clubs and also lounges on each block, selecting where you should go might be the most frustrating part.
Now we have list down the options to those places with the most appeal as well as best reputation. We provide a carefully vetted choice to allow you to explore the city nightlife on your own. These places promises an experience and a taste of the city that you just can’t afford to miss out of.
1. Aqua Ebevande
You might have heard Olamide name drop this club once or twice in his lyrics when referencing Ibadan, that’s how highly regarded this night club is on the nightlife circuit, both inside and outside the city. Also located at Ring-Road, Ebevande is one of the oldest clubs in the city, having been around for some years now. The nightclub has a casual space that seeks to draw an attitude-free crowd. They have a reputation for great music thanks to the class of DJs that plays here and the dance floor is always full of crowds looking to get their groove on.
2.Mauve 21 Lounge
Turn away from the hustles and bustles prowling around Ring-Road, Mauve Lounge is arguably the most suitable nightlife place in most of the city. A gorgeous area, well-known for its original vibe and also brilliant DJs, Mauve is the suitable spot for socialites along with the crème de la crème. It is not uncommon for brands like Hennessey, Ciroc and Moet to endorse club tours from A-list musicians at the lounge. The lounge opens from Wednesday to Saturday and shuts at 4am. Their security here is first class and they have a very spacious parking to boot as well.
3. Apollos
In just a couple of years, Apollos is now one of the most trendy and hottest clubs in Ibadan, owing largely to its fairly priced liquor – and brilliant finish. The club’s ambience has a cosmopolitan edge with a beautiful blend of fun and youth. Although it may not be the biggest when it comes to size, what Apollos lacks is space, it more than makes up for with its dazzling and advanced lounge perfect for drinking whiskeys, downing cocktails and enjoying good company. They also have a spacious parking space which is located at the corner of The Palms Mall Ring-Road.
4. Gentlemen’s Quarters a.k.a. GQ
This bar probably not as sophisticated as the rest on this list but its popularity in this part of the city is the best. Situated along Awolowo Road in Bodija, the setting is comparable to traditional bush bars but its customers spans across all groups nevertheless. From suit toting businessmen to casual entrepreneurs, GQ accommodates a lot of people, thanks to their moderately priced drinks and extremely friendly bartenders. Locals love it for the cold drinks, good music and nice people there. Simple as that. Very few folks really know that there is a club, because there is no big sign or large entrance. There is just a security standing before the gate.
5. Latitude
Chic and also relaxed, this lounge entices a classy crowd of young Ibadan locals while offering a circumvent for the hustle and bustle of the inner city, creating a chilled out haven right there on the ground floor of the Ventura Mall, Samonda. They earned international popularity when they became the first lounge to use hoverboards to serve their clients. Latitude’s beautiful and bright decor matched with it’s happening and lovely patrons and staff has transformed it into a sophisticated urban playground for grownups. It features intimate corners for private chats with friends (or for business), relaxed lounging areas and plenty of space outside if you wish to enjoy the weather. If you plan on eating the night away, Latitude has a stunning bar food selection and a number of in-house restaurant options.
6. Club deRock
The newest addition to the clubs in Ibadan, this spot launched December 2016 and is rapidly building itself as a dependable way for Ibadan to ease their stress and lose their inhibitions almost daily. Just like Apollos, it is situated at the Palms Mall meaning there is sufficient parking space. One of a few true sports bars in Ibadan, Latitude provides 19 flat panel TVs, some of the biggest and best burgers in town and, of course, lots of beer. Locals flock to this popular dive to order classic eats from the famous menu, especially the crab cake sandwich. Simple and undeniably satisfying.
