Agodi Gardens

Agodi Gardens
Interactive map of Agodi Gardens
LocationIbadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
Coordinates7°24′25″N 3°53′57″E / 7.40694°N 3.89917°E / 7.40694; 3.89917
Area61 hectares (150 acres)
Established1967
Governing bodyBureau of Investment Promotion and Public Private Partnerships (BIP/PPP)
Agodi Garden, Ibadan
Agodi Gardens, Ibadan

Agodi Gardens is a tourist attraction in the city of Ibadan, Oyo state, Nigeria.[1] Also called Agodi Botanical Gardens, Agodi Gardens, Ibadan, the gardens sit on 61 ha (730,000 yd2) of land[2][3]

It offers a green space with a zoo. Visitors can observe animals like turtles, monkeys, and peacocks. It serves as a peaceful retreat for both locals and tourists.[4] It’s a space that combines nature, fun, and culture all in one.[5]

History

Agodi Gardens, was the Agodi Zoological and Botanical Gardens.[6][7][8][9]

Attractions

  • Water park
  • Lake
  • Mini zoo
  • Play area and rides for children
  • Picnic and Gardens area[10]

Lion attack

In late September 2017, a zookeeper at the Agodi Zoo was attacked by a lion. The zookeeper attacked by the lion was Hamzat Oyekunle.[11] The zoo was closed immediately by the Oyo State Government.[12]

References

  1. ↑ Okereke, Dominic (2012). Africa's Quiet Revolution Observed from Nigeria. Paragon Publishing. p. 504. ISBN 978-1-908-3418-77.
  2. ↑ Oladele, Bisi (10 September 2014). "Life Returns to Agodi Gardens". The Nation. Retrieved 11 July 2016.
  3. ↑ Busari, Tunde (20 June 2015). "Ibadan Returns to Good Old Days with Agodi Resort". Newswatch Times. Retrieved 11 July 2016.
  4. ↑ "Agodi Garden and Resort: A brief walk into a haven of peace | Pulse Nigeria". www.pulse.ng. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  5. ↑ Ige, Rotimi (14 November 2024). "Agodi Gardens ready for Detty December — Damola Layade". Nigerian Tribune. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  6. ↑ Arogbonlo, Israel (3 October 2024). "Seven must-visit historical places in Ibadan". Nigerian Tribune. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  7. ↑ Omorogbe, Paul (22 December 2023). "Housing vs environment: The Agodi Gardens story". Nigerian Tribune. Archived from the original on 23 December 2023.
  8. ↑ "Mixed reactions trail planned conversion of Agodi Gardens to housing estate". New Telegraph. Lagos, Nigeria. 10 January 2024. Archived from the original on 8 April 2025.
  9. ↑ Obuekwe, Chiamaka (28 June 2017). "Review of Agodi Gardens". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 16 April 2018.
  10. ↑ "Agodi Garden and Resort: A brief walk into a haven of peace". Pulse Nigeria. 21 August 2020. Retrieved 21 December 2020.
  11. ↑ Ajayi, Ola (30 September 2017). "Lion Kills Man in Ibadan". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 16 April 2018.
  12. ↑ "Oyo State Government announces the closure of Agodi Zoological Gardens". oyostate.gov.ng. Archived from the original on 17 April 2018.


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