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Ikoyi Club 1938
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
18 Holes · Private club — no published green fee; play is by member invitation · Parkland
— About
About Ikoyi Club 1938
Ikoyi Club 1938 runs an 18-hole golf course in Ikoyi, Lagos, that plays 5,838 meters. The course is the golf section of a multi-sport club. Players who want to work on their games can use the driving range and the putting and chipping greens, and a teaching professional is on hand for lessons. Rounds here run alongside a calendar of club competitions, from captain's kitty days to the Nigeria Cup.
- Practice areas include a driving range plus putting and chipping greens, with a teaching professional available for lessons.
- The Captain's Inaugural Kitty in April 2026 was held under Captain Afolabi Balogun, with a top prize of 200,000 naira.
- Ikoyi Club 1938 was chosen as the venue for the 2026 World Corporate Golf Challenge National Finals.
- Swimming pools, tennis courts and squash courts share the grounds, so a visit can combine golf with other sports.
History of Ikoyi Club 1938
Ikoyi Club 1938 takes its name from the year it was formed, when the European Club and the Lagos Golf Club merged. Membership was once drawn from the European community in Lagos and is now diverse.
Playing Ikoyi Club 1938: tips
Play at Ikoyi Club 1938 is tied to club membership, and the club publishes no green fee. If you hope to play, ask a member about arranging a round. Practice facilities are on site, so arrive early enough to use the range before teeing off.
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Practical Information
— FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Ikoyi Club 1938
How do you become a member of Ikoyi Club 1938?
Applicants get a form through a member of at least two years' standing, pass a screening interview, and need two ordinary members to sponsor them before a committee ballot.
How big is the Ikoyi Club 1938 estate?
The club occupies roughly 456 acres, or 185 hectares, in Ikoyi, Lagos, which is large enough for the golf course plus several other sports sections.
What is the Nigeria Cup at Ikoyi Club 1938?
It is billed as the country's longest-running Independence Celebration Golf Championship.