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Top 3 locations to live as a young family in Lagos
The factors that people consider when deciding on where to live vary with the different stages of life of the individual(s) involved. Things like cost, taste, fashion, proximity to work and family, etc. are top on this list of factors depending on demography, income level and lifestyle.
For instance, the availability of clubs, restaurants, and other lifestyle amenities, maybe a major consideration for a young person who enjoys nightlife.
On the other hand, a 70-year-old retiree would most likely be more concerned about living in a safe neighbourhood with quality healthcare facilities.
There are many things to think about and prioritize when choosing a place. Typically, your commute time and, ultimately, the quality of life for you and your family, are influenced by where you reside. Some factors are more readily apparent than others.
For young families, figuring out where to live and raise children, especially in “the busy Lagos” can be challenging. We have considered a number of factors, including the availability of quality schools, recreation and health facilities, among others and have profiled the best 3 locations to raise a family in Lagos. While there might not be a perfect location that satisfies all of your demands, hopefully, these suggestions will help you make an informed choice that is right for you.
- Lekki Phase 1
Lekki Phase 1 emerged as the number one young-family-friendly location in Lagos State. Historically, Lekki Phase 1 has built a reputation for housing some of the best schools, hospitals and recreation centres in Lagos. Towards the end of 2021, Edusko, an education marketplace did an analysis of top schools in Lagos based on their performance in the international and national examinations, performance in both local and international competitions (academic and extracurricular), as well as their alumni achievements in recent years. Based on the analysis, Lekki Phase 1 houses 31% of the schools that fall within the top 25 schools in Lagos. With respect to healthcare, Lekki Phase 1 is also home to approximately 13% of the top 25 hospitals that we profiled in Lagos. Additionally, Lekki Phase 1 also has more than 20% of family/kid-centric recreation centres in Lagos including Upbeat and Fun Factory.
- Ikeja GRA
Coming second on the ranking is Ikeja GRA. The Government Reserved Area is particularly notable for housing some of Lagos’ best hospitals and clinics, including the recently launched 72-bed Duchess Hospital on Joel Ogunnaike Street. Other notable hospitals in the neighbourhood include Reddington Hospital, Eko House Hospital, and Genesis Specialist Hospital, among others. Based on our analysis, Ikeja GRA is home to 12.5% of Lagos’ best schools, 25% of the State’s best hospitals, and up to 20% of the City’s best recreation centres. Outside its serenity and good road network, Ikeja also has the most family-friendly restaurants, grocery stores and a lot of fun places for you and your young family to bond. - Ikoyi
Ikoyi is notably expensive, but if you are looking for a place where your kids can meet the children of the big wigs in society, then it might just be the best place. Gleaning from our analysis, Ikoyi emerged as the 3rd best location to raise a family in Lagos. With 9.4%, 12.5% and 20% of the best schools, hospitals and recreation centres respectively located here, Ikoyi is an ideal location to raise kids, with a quality of life that is almost at par with what you will find in some of the most advanced cities around the world.
Closing thought
Barring concerns about high rental/property value, and some other personal nuances, Lekki Phase 1, Ikeja GRA and Ikoyi are the top 3 locations to raise your family in Lagos. In the end, the location you choose will be the one that checks off enough of your own requirements. Having said that, we hope that some of the three factors we’ve outlined in this piece will be helpful to you the next time you’re trying to pick where to reside.
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Simi and Adekunle Gold made me regret being single, says Tiwa Savage
Nigerian singer and songwriter Tiwa Savage has stirred reactions online as she reveals how Simi and her hubby Adekunle Gold make her regret being single.
Note that Simi and Tiwa Savage recently made headlines in the Nigerian music industry as the top singers released a new song together dubbed “Men are Crazy.”
However, following the release of the new song, Tiwa Savage used the opportunity to narrate her experience with Tiwa Savage while at the studio.
According to Tiwa Savage while she was in the studio with her colleague, Simi her husband Adekunle Gold always calling and checking on her all the time.
Speaking further, Tiwa Savage utters that Adekunle Gold can call Simi 10 times every 10 minutes stressing that their love is still burning fresh just like yesterday.
Tiwa Savage said;
“While on set with Simi I had to ask her when she met Adekunle Gold again. Coz AG kept calling & checking on her every now and then, like 10 times in 10 minutes hahaha. Their love is still burning fresh like they started just yesterday. Omo, na that day single life pain me…”
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Not all divorces must be toxic, Paul Okoye hits critics
Paul Okoye, the Nigerian singer better known as Rudeboy, has tackled his critics, saying “not all divorces must be toxic”.
Okoye and Anita Isama, his ex-wife, met in 2004 at the University of Abuja.
In 2021, their marriage came under public scrutiny when a document believed to be a divorce petition filed by Anita surfaced online.
In July 2023, another court document surfaced, claiming Anita filed for divorce due to alleged infidelity.
The singer unveiled his new lover Ivy Ifeoma in December 2022.
The musician further disclosed that the pair have been together for one year.
His relationship with Ivy has continued to set tongues wagging on social media, with some users criticising him for ending his eight-year-old marriage.
In a recent post via his Instagram story, the 42-year-old singer slammed critics “looking for who to blame after a failed marriage”.
The ‘Reason with Me’ hitmaker also advised his followers to stop nursing the notion that “all divorces must be toxic”.
Okoye also hinted at possible hashtags for his wedding with Ivy.
“Some of you all wish and think all divorces must be toxic,” he said.
“You are looking for someone to blame so that you all can be entertained. Lol. #Ifeomanonso or #Ifynonso? Choose one.”
Okoye and Anita have three children together.
The singer previously claimed he had been single for four years before unveiling Ifeoma.
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ABSU lecturer, Wisdom Anucha weds student he proposed to on Valentine’s Day
Wisdom Anucha, a lecturer at Abia State University (ABSU), has exchanged vows with Novella Grace, the female student he proposed to on Valentine’s Day.
Anucha gained attention after proposing to his girlfriend, who is a student in the Optometry Department, in front of other students in class.
The proposal drew criticism over concerns about a romantic relationship between a lecturer and a student.
In response, the leadership of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at the institution said Anucha’s actions did not violate any university laws or ethical principles.
In March, the couple announced their wedding date via social media, sharing a photo of themselves in custom outfits.
Anucha recently posted pictures from their wedding ceremony on Facebook, captioning it, “And it came to pass, indeed, it is not good for him to be alone”.
The lovebirds held their church wedding on April 6 at Saint Paul’s Anglican Church in Aba.
The wedding was immediately followed by a reception at Ngwa High School, Aba.
Their traditional marriage took place a week earlier.
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