A Lagos Metropolitan News Analysis Lagos has always lived with water. From the lagoon that defines its geography to the Atlantic that shapes its destiny, the city’s relationship with flooding is not new. What is new, however, is how the state is choosing to respond. With its $7.5 million parametric flood insurance deal, the Lagos State Read More…
Day: 28 March 2026
The Cost of Nigeria (3) – The Reform Map: 10 Changes Nigeria Must Make to Escape the Poverty Trap
If poverty, inflation and weak state capacity are symptoms, Nigeria’s governance design is part of the disease. From an oversized cabinet to duplicated agencies and weak local government structure, here are 10 constitutional and institutional reforms that could help cut waste, free up public funds and make growth more inclusive. Nigeria’s poverty crisis has exposed Read More…
Convention, Consensus and the Comedy of Power
The APC National Convention at Eagle Square was, by all official accounts, a carefully choreographed political exercise—large in scale, deliberate in outcome, and clearly aligned with the party’s forward strategy toward 2027. Yet, as is often the case in Nigeria, the formal narrative tells only part of the story. The fuller interpretation emerges in informal spaces, where Read More…
Top Make-up Artists in Ikeja and Surulere (2026 Guide)
While the Island often gets the “glamour” spotlight, Ikeja and Surulere are the functional engines of the Lagos makeup industry. They represent the “Old Guard” and the “Commercial Hub,” respectively, where the majority of professional training and high-volume retail happens. Ikeja: The Commercial & Training Powerhouse Ikeja is the nerve centre for the industry because it balances corporate offices, Read More…
Holding Back While Longing for More (1)
A Look at Avoidant Attachment Patterns The Hidden Struggle Beneath a Functional Life Aisha (not her real name) is a 33-year-old woman who, by most standards, is doing well. She is educated, financially independent, and skilled in her craft. She shows up at work, meets expectations, and maintains a steady life. Yet beneath this functioning Read More…
Best Restaurants in Ikeja for Business Lunches and Meetings (2026 Guide)
Ikeja GRA remains the premier destination for business dining in Lagos, offering a mix of sophisticated hotel-based restaurants and independent upscale bistros that provide the necessary privacy and ambiance for professional discussions. Ikeja’s dining scene is centered around the upscale Ikeja GRA area and the bustling City Mall, offering a variety of sophisticated Asian, local Read More…
Best Plumbers in Lagos for Homes and Offices (2026 Guide)
The plumbing space in Lagos is a dynamic and essential sector of the city’s construction and facility management industry. Because of the city’s unique geography (islands and mainland) and rapid urbanisation, the industry is characterised by a mix of high-end engineering firms and a massive network of informal but skilled artisans. If you’re looking for Read More…
Best Pest Control & Fumigation Services in Lagos (2026 Guide)
The pest control and fumigation landscape in Lagos is a highly specialized sector driven by the city’s tropical climate and rapid urbanization, which create significant demand for managing pests like mosquitoes, bed bugs, rodents, and termites. The industry is strictly regulated to ensure public health safety and environmental protection. Market Characteristics and Trends The space Read More…