By Joy Essien Looking for somewhere to belt out your favourite Afrobeats hit, challenge your friends to a video game showdown or simply enjoy a lively evening out? Lagos has entertainment spots to suit different moods, budgets and social occasions. From high-tech virtual reality experiences and dedicated karaoke bars to gaming lounges and neighbourhood hangouts, Read More…
By Joy Essien From boutique studios offering specialised workouts to expansive fitness clubs with all the trimmings, the Lagos Island fitness scene has something for almost every preference. Across Victoria Island, Ikoyi and the Lekki corridor, fitness is increasingly about more than lifting weights or logging hours on a treadmill. It is also about lifestyle, Read More…
By Joy Essien Whether you are preparing for your wedding, getting ready for an Owambe celebration or simply looking to refresh your appearance, finding the right beauty studio can make all the difference. In Gbagada and the neighbouring Anthony area of Lagos, beauty businesses cater to a wide range of needs, from professional bridal makeup Read More…
By Joy Essien Lagos is more than Nigeria’s commercial nerve centre; it is a gateway through which local manufacturers can take their products to regional and international markets. With access to major seaports, an international airport and an expanding non-oil export sector, the city offers opportunities for businesses ready to move beyond the domestic market. Read More…
In this hilarious social satire, Aunty Clara and her friend Chizzy condemn men for their unfaithfulness while celebrating their own complicated romantic entanglements. But when it comes to love, loyalty and money, are they practising what they preach? The sliding door of the boutique was only half-closed. As the shelves got emptier, customers became scarcer. Read More…
By Joy Essien Lagos is a city where ambition is rarely allowed to sit still. As businesses become increasingly global, professionals seek new career opportunities and young people look to acquire skills that can travel beyond traditional boundaries, the demand for language and skills training continues to grow. From foreign-language schools preparing learners for study, Read More…
By Joy Essien Lagos is Nigeria’s commercial nerve centre, and its fast-changing business environment has created a growing demand for corporate training, executive coaching and practical business development support. From established management consultancies and professional certification academies to specialist sales coaches and SME growth advisers, the city offers a broad range of options for organisations Read More…
By Joy Essien The Lagos Mainland has never been short of places to eat, but finding the right setting for a proper continental dining experience can be another matter altogether. From the polished interiors of hotel restaurants to leafy garden settings and lively neighbourhood spots, the Mainland offers a surprisingly varied collection of venues for Read More…
By Joy Essien Starting a business in Lagos involves more than choosing a name, finding customers and opening a bank account. One of the earliest decisions an entrepreneur has to make is choosing the legal structure under which the business will operate. For many small-business owners, the choice comes down to two familiar options: registering Read More…
Nigeria’s commercial landscape is caught in a difficult squeeze. On one side are indigenous trading networks that have spent decades building markets, creating distribution channels and keeping goods moving across the country and beyond. On the other are foreign manufacturers and suppliers increasingly moving downstream into the very retail and wholesale spaces that Nigerian traders Read More…