When I need fabrics in Ibadan, Gbagi Market is usually my first stop. It’s one of the busiest fabric markets in the city, and the variety there is honestly hard to beat.

The first time I went, I was surprised by how many options were available in one place. From Ankara and lace to aso-oke, chiffon, and different types of tailoring materials, you’ll find sellers with different qualities and price ranges. If you take your time to walk around and compare shops, you can get really good deals.

One thing I’ve learned from shopping there is to ask around before buying. Prices can vary from one stall to another, and a little negotiation goes a long way.

Directions to Gbagi Market

If you’re coming from Dugbe, take a bus heading toward Gbagi / New Garage and ask the driver to drop you at Gbagi Market.
From Challenge, you can take a short bus or taxi ride toward Gbagi, and the market will be easy to spot because of the busy roadside stalls.

Once you arrive, just walk into the market lanes and you’ll see rows of fabric sellers.

If you’re looking for affordable fabrics in Ibadan, Gbagi Market is definitely worth visiting.

Have you shopped at Gbagi before? Share your experience in the comments.