11/07/2026
Random thought of the day... đ
I've been hearing plenty of stories about Lagos, and honestly, as much as I would love to visit, I don't think it's a place I would enjoy living in.
First of all, I don't like crowded places. I've never really lived in one. I grew up in Abuja, in a relatively calm community. Even though the area has grown over the years, it still doesn't feel overwhelming. I enjoy space, peace, and a little order.
Another thing? I don't like disorganized environments. From what I've seen online, heard from people, and watched in movies, Lagos looks like a place where everybody is in a hurry. Traffic here, people rushing there, everybody trying to get somewhere at once. Sometimes it even feels like if you blink too long, someone will overtake you in a queue. đ
And please, don't come for me, but why does everybody seem to be shouting? đ
One of my biggest pet peeves is noise. Talk to me calmly and I'll hear you perfectly. Why are we shouting across the whole street when we're standing two steps apart? Lagos people, abeg explain.
Now, before anybody attacks me, there are things I admire about Lagos too. The opportunities are incredible. It's probably one of the few places in Nigeria where you can wake up with one idea and find people willing to help you turn it into a business. The energy is unmatched. That's also probably why the city is so crowdedâeverybody is chasing a dream.
As for me, I'll happily visit, enjoy the experience, eat the food, see the beautiful places, survive the traffic, and then return home. đ
I've lived in Abuja, schooled in Minna, and now I'm in Okene, Kogi State.
Abuja will always have a special place in my heart. It's organized, relatively peaceful, and if you know the right people, opportunities can find you there too.
Minna? I just like Minna. Simple. The people I met there were friendly and peaceful. My biggest complaint was water wahala. If you know, you know. đ
Kogi State, especially Okene, is a different story. Sometimes it feels like a retirement town because things move at a slower pace and opportunities can be limited. For someone who likes to hustle and stay busy, it can be frustrating.
But let me give credit where it's due: if there's one thing Okene deserves an award for, it's electricity. đ If it's light we're talking about, give it to Okene. No arguments.
At the end of the day, every place has its strengths and weaknesses. Maybe Lagos people think Abuja people are too calm. Maybe Abuja people think Lagos people are too fast. Maybe Okene and Minna people are wondering why we're all complaining. đ
But one thing is certain: Nigeria is a beautiful mix of different people, different lifestyles, and different experiences.
So tell me, if you could choose only one Nigerian city to live in for the next 10 years, where would it be and why?
Ni'matallahi Omeneke Sadiq
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