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What are the shopping options like in Lagos?

19 local experts
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From buying a car to purchasing groceries to following the latest fashion trends, here's what 19 local experts had to say about shopping in Lagos.

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Nigeria is a friendly country with so many opportunities and safe for foreigners. Most especially Lagos is a state in Nigeria where anyone including a foreigner can buy and sell anything anywhere so long as what you are selling is good enough for the masses or the general public. Lagos is a beautiful city. Places like Lekki phase one, Osapa, VI, etc. are one of the areas you can go to for fun, high life and ultimate relaxation. We have beautiful beaches like Wave beach, Oniru beach, Atlantic beach, etc. We also have good malls at VI, Lekki, Jakande, etc. for shopping. So my friends you can come to Lagos, Nigeria for tourism, relaxation and business.

Favour, says: 2023

You must be at alert. No one is your friend. The cost of living in my city is expensive. You must be an early bird in order not to be delayed by traffic. You must have patience when dealing with people in my city. The food items purchase in stores my be checked carefully, to avoid buying expired food items.

Adetoro, says: 2020

Lagos is a commercial hub that great opportunities and market are readily available to sell and also provide a means of livelihood for all. Lagos as a commercial city stand as the only sea port in which international transaction is being carried. A friendly population of about 40% of the Nigeria population.

Valentina, says: 2020

My city, Lagos, has been described as the city that never sleeps. When you live in Lagos, you could buy from the street shops at any time be it early morning or late night. It is also surrounded by water bodies. Thus, there are numerous scenic sandy beaches which are suitable for picnics and recreation. Beside its beautiful sandy beaches, Lagos has several attractions among which are Kalakuta museum, Freedom park and more.

Godsave, says: 2020

The city is a lovely place filled with a lot of tourism industries. People from all over the world always come for a view. The delicious food and traditional dress are what makes them out standing. You can also trade in our international market various types of commodities.

Chioma, says: 2020

Someone moving to Lagos should have a good knowledge of the following. Firstly, it will not be advisable to move about late at night. Also, you should have a good grasp on the major bus-stops in the city as this would help for easy movement. Notwithstanding, you can always get access to cheap food at the local markets and supermarkets.

Anthony, says: 2020

Lagos is a beautiful city, and being a former capital of Nigeria, it is one of the business hub of my country. My city is well known for its high population, hence prices of goods and services are relatively on the high side, including accommodation. Lagos harbors one of Nigeria’s major sea and land ports including a major International airport. Living in Lagos is interesting and could be stressful occasionally owing to the rowdiness and several other factors.

Lagos, the economic capital of Nigeria, is known for its heavy traffic jams almost all day. It is also known for its regular power cuts. However, if you are looking for a large market for your products in Africa, Lagos is the place! All you need to do is prepare to provide an alternative power source for yourself.

Emmanuel, says: 2020

Lagos is the heart of Nigeria. It is a metropolitan city that served as the former capital of my country, Nigeria. Lagos is home to many fashion brands and musical acts. It is a buzzing city filled with an amazing nightlife, with a variety of night clubs. It is often termed the ‘hustle capital’ of Nigeria. Lagos is a Yoruba state, however, because of the large population the live here, English is widely spoken in Lagos. I love Lagos and it makes for a lovely destination for holiday.

The person would be amazed, how the individuals are committed to their work and their lifestyle.

Another key thing to take note of is the weather. It’s in West Africa, so during the dry season, the atmosphere tend to be warm but not too hot.

One last thing, the local market is a beautiful place. Whoever gets to visit this region and doesn’t get to see the local market, has missed an awesome adventure.

You must move ahead of time to be able to beat traffic. There is also high crime rate in the City, one therefore has to be extra alert. Keep maps on your phone handy always, as the Street naming and coding are, to say the least, irregular. If you’re buying anything, haggle as prices are hardly fixed.

Darlington, says: 2020

Lagos, Nigeria’s largest city, sprawls inland from the Gulf of Guinea across Lagos Lagoon. Victoria Island, the financial center of the metropolis, is known for its beach resorts, boutiques, and nightlife. To the north, Lagos Island is home to the National Museum Lagos, displaying cultural artifacts and craftworks. Nearby is Freedom Park, once a colonial-era prison, and now a major venue for concerts and public events.

Eucharia, says: 2020

Lagos is a big and populous city. It is a very fun place; you will find big shopping malls, water parks, tall buildings, churches and mosques. The capital city of Lagos is Ikeja. In Lagos it is everyman for himself. Commercial goes on everyday, there is no holiday for commercial activities. Nothing is free.

Belema, says: 2020

If you have decided to move to the city of Lagos. Be aware that the road can be very bad and busy, making the daily trip from the workplace to the home uncomfortable. The cost of living in Lagos is expensive and the environment can be noisy. However, Lagos has good, high classed restaurants and shopping malls. Many tourists from all over the world visit Lagos for its beautiful venues.

Ibebuogu, says: 2020

Jobs are hard to find and get hired. Some schools are not high standard. Bad roads and unstable electricity. Some officers lack integrity. Market prices are very high and some people have the tendency to steal. There are a lot of cultists but just stay safe and you’ll be fine.

Daniel, says: 2020

If you want to relocate to Lagos, know the following :
– Lagos is a very busy place, more like a marketplace even and you can get to buy things at a very cheap price.
– You’re going to deal with lots of traffic.
– More so it is a very fun place to stay in.

Samuel, says: 2020

Maximum vehicular movement resulting in heavy traffic jam mostly during office closing hours, air pollution as a result of fumes from industries and vehicles, heavily congested with human, high cost of living, average robbery rate, presence of jobs and availability of market for your business/produce and mostly importantly, a high rate of fraudulent activities.

Chinecherem, says: 2020

Lagos is inarguably the heartbeat of Nigeria. Expect frequent gridlock and overpopulation in cinemas and shopping malls. There are a lot of vehicles which amounts to frequent disobedience of traffic rules. The weather is quite good.

Nicole, says: 2020

Someone moving to Lagos city in Nigeria should be prepared for a bit of culture-shock. The city is a very vibrant and exciting place, made even more so by the culturally-diverse population that calls Lagos home. As one of the most populous cities on the African continent, one should expect the noise levels to be higher than usual. Legendary traffic jams are also the norm in Lagos, so this should always be accounted for when making movement plans. That being said, Lagos has a lot of good things to offer, such as amazing local cuisine, bustling fabric markets with swirling colors and patterns, exciting night-life!

Ololade, says: 2020
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