Why Nigeria’s Hustle Culture Is Both a Lifeline and a Loop
In Nigeria today, “hustle culture” is not just a trendy phrase tossed around on social media. It is breakfast, lunch, dinner — and sometimes the midnight snack too. From the restless streets of Lagos to quieter towns where generators hum like background…
The Daily Bread Story: Tracking the Real Cost-of-Living Crisis
Every morning in Nigeria’s bustling markets, families start their day with a simple ritual: buying the daily bread. But in recent years, that basic act has become a stark measure of how hard life has become for ordinary people — from Mile 12 Market in…
Beyond Lagos and Abuja: Seven Underrated Cities That Define the Heart of Nigeria
When most conversations about Nigeria’s urban life start and end with Lagos or Abuja, it’s all too easy to forget that this vast country is stitched together by vibrant, lively cities whose stories deserve attention. From historic trade hubs to cultural…
Nigeria After Dark: How Music and Dance are Rewriting the Night
When the sun dips below the Lagos skyline and the hum of traffic fades, another kind of rhythm takes over — one shaped by dance, music and togetherness. In Nigeria’s busiest cities, nightlife isn’t just about clubs and loud speakers any more; it’s a…
Travel Across the Niger Delta — Savour the Flavours of the Delta’s Delicious Foods
From the ebb and flow of creeks to the bustle of roadside markets, the Niger Delta isn’t just a place on a map — it’s a feast for every sense. For travellers and food lovers alike, this sprawling, watery heartland of southern Nigeria offers a unique…
Finish Work Fast and Start Your Friday Adventure
By Friday afternoon in Abuja, the mood begins to change. Work slows down, office corridors grow lighter with conversation, and the familiar question quietly hangs in the air: What are your plans for the weekend? Across Nigeria’s major cities, Friday is…
The Secret Behind a Perfect Arabian Cup of Coffee on the Streets of Abuja
On the busy streets of Abuja, where the early morning rush collides with midday heat and evening calm, a distinct aroma is catching attention — not of roasted peanuts or suya, but of Arabian coffee, sometimes called qahwa or gahwa. What might seem at…
Imagine a Nigeria Without Rotary: Who Would Miss the Quiet Helpers?
On any given Saturday in a Nigerian community, you might find clean water flowing from a new borehole, mothers and infants receiving health checks, or children in neat classrooms being taught hygiene and literacy. In many of these places, the quiet push…
Instagram vs Reality: Nigerian Weddings Edition
Scroll through Instagram and Nigerian weddings look like something out of a fairy tale—flawless Aso Ebi, impeccable hair, and smiles that could launch a thousand hashtags. Reality? Well… it’s a different kind of magic. Picture this: the wedding cake…
How Nigerian Politicians Would Survive a Day in a Traffic Jam Without a Convoy
Picture a Lagos morning: the sun glaring like it’s auditioning for a role in a disaster movie, the streets more jammed than a weekend market, and every commuter’s patience stretched so thin it could snap at the slightest honk. Now, imagine a minister—or…