Why Lagosians Believe Village People Are Behind Every Problem
In Lagos, when something goes wrong — from a failed job interview to a flat tire — don’t be surprised if someone whispers, “Na my village people.” It’s one of the funniest and most widely believed cultural sayings in Nigeria….
Why Lagosians Can Never Keep a Secret Without Saying “No Tell Anybody O”
If you’ve ever lived in Lagos or spent time with Lagosians, you’ll know there’s one phrase that always comes before juicy gist: “No tell anybody o!” It’s almost like a national anthem before gossip. Whether it’s about a neighbor’s new…
10 Habits That Prove You Grew Up in a Nigerian Household
If you grew up in a Nigerian home, then you know childhood wasn’t just about cartoons and school — it was a full cultural experience. From unspoken rules to unique family traditions, Nigerian parenting shaped us in ways that still…
How Lagos Entrepreneurs Turn Wednesdays Into Money-Making Goldmines
In Lagos, the hustle never sleeps — but for many entrepreneurs, Wednesday is more than just another workday. It’s a hidden money-making goldmine. From bustling traffic hotspots to midweek office rushes, savvy business owners across Nigeria’s busiest city have mastered…
Why Every Street in Lagos Has At Least One Church
If you’ve ever taken a stroll or driven through any part of Lagos, you’ve probably noticed one thing — there’s always a church nearby. In fact, some streets have two, three, or even five competing churches within walking distance. It’s…
How to Spot a Lagosian Anywhere in the World
No matter where you are — New York, London, Dubai, or Cape Town — there’s a good chance you’ve crossed paths with a Lagosian. And trust me, you’ll know it when you see it. We Lagos people carry our city…
15 Things You’ll Only Understand If You Grew Up in Lagos
Growing up in Lagos is like having a lifetime subscription to drama, comedy, adventure, and a little bit of chaos — all rolled into one. The city shapes you in ways outsiders will never fully understand. If Lagos was your…
The Lonely Hustle: Why Making Friends in Lagos Feels Impossible (for Recent Movers)
Moving to Lagos sounds like an adventure — the music, the money, the movement. But for many recent arrivals, the harsh reality sets in fast: it’s lonely out here. Lagos is a city of 20+ million people, yet many who…
Inside Lagos’ Deaf Church: Drum Vibrations, Sign Worship & a Sense of Belonging
In the heart of Somolu, a bustling suburb in Lagos, there’s a church unlike any other. The Christian Mission for the Deaf, established in 1956, provides deaf Nigerians with a genuine space to worship using pure sign language, drum rhythms,…
7 Classic Lies Lagos Workers Tell (No. 3 Will Make Your Boss Side-Eye You)
Lagos is the city of hustle, bustle — and a little small-small fibbing to survive 9 to 5. In the land of “no dulling,” office workers have perfected the art of telling white lies to stay sane (or just to…
