5 must-do's in Nigeria's megacity of Lagos

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Nigeria's biggest city offers wildlife, canopy walks and beach activities all within Lagos.

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00:00 This is not London Bridge.

00:02 This is not the Amazon rainforest.

00:05 This is not Hawaii.

00:08 This is Lagos.

00:11 Lagos is the economic heart of Nigeria

00:14 and one of the fastest growing cities in Africa.

00:17 Everything in Lagos is huge, especially the traffic jams.

00:21 But did you know that in the center of the city, you can explore wildlife?

00:26 You can be sure to spot a monkey.

00:28 Now they steal your food, so I am definitely not looking forward

00:31 to seeing any wildlife.

00:33 I'm literally about to walk on one of the longest canopy walks

00:36 in all of Africa.

00:37 From the top, you can get amazing, unobstructed,

00:40 360 degree views of the city.

00:42 But I can't do it alone.

00:44 Joining me is my tour guide, Muya.

00:46 Come on, Muya, let's go. Let's go.

00:48 The Lekki Conservation Center was built as a reserve

00:57 sanctuary for the rich flora and fauna within the Lekki axis.

01:01 It is home to the longest canopy walkway in Africa.

01:04 And the center is definitely a breath of fresh air in the midst of the hustling

01:08 and busting city that is Lagos, especially with its crazy traffic, too.

01:13 Here, there's something for everybody with its canopy walk,

01:17 boardwalk and tree houses.

01:19 It's ready for families and team buildings as well.

01:21 If you are a seeker of adventure, this place is for you.

01:25 Let's go to the next spot.

01:27 So here I am walking alongside the beautiful beach

01:30 that is Landmark Beach right here in Lagos.

01:33 Landmark Beach is located on the beautiful shoreline of the Atlantic Ocean.

01:37 Now, a lot of people come here for its numerous activities like volleyball.

01:41 OK, guys, to win, we have to come together.

01:44 You take the left, you take the right.

01:46 I'll be in the middle.

01:53 In the middle of a hot day, you need something refreshing to cool you down.

01:57 Hello. Hi.

02:00 One coconut, please.

02:01 Thank you. Cheers.

02:04 Get set. Let's go.

02:09 Landmark Beach is definitely a bucket list place for people

02:16 who are looking for a place to relax and relax.

02:18 It's a place where you can relax and enjoy the beach.

02:21 Landmark Beach is definitely a bucket list place to visit

02:24 for every tourist in the city of Lagos.

02:26 Or if you're looking at spending a day at the beach with family and friends.

02:30 I am here at a local Nigerian spot that a lot of locals come to

02:37 for an amazing dish called amala.

02:39 It's none other than amalaskaya.

02:41 Let's go.

02:42 Amala is made from yam or cassava flour

02:49 and sometimes on ripe plantain flour.

02:52 It's a traditional Nigerian dish served with a wedu,

02:55 which is a classic Yoruba soup and often considered as swallow,

02:59 which is starchy food or grains such as eba, pounded yam or fufu.

03:05 It already smells amazing, but you know what?

03:07 I'll be the judge of that.

03:08 Nigeria, being such a diverse country with various ethnic groups,

03:15 the country offers a plethora of food.

03:18 From the world famous jollof rice to banga soup

03:21 and many more mouthwatering dishes.

03:23 I love sharing fun facts with you guys.

03:26 Here's a funny one about eating in Nigeria.

03:29 No matter how full you are, you are never,

03:32 and I mean never too full to finish your meat.

03:34 Well, that was a delicious meal.

03:38 I don't chop bellies full.

03:40 What better way to sit back and relax and digest your food

03:44 than to engage the mind while painting?

03:47 The culture of learning the art of painting

03:49 has become a trendy activity in Lagos.

03:51 Those that offer the activity focus on the fun and relaxation

03:55 associated with the art and creativity.

03:58 Hello.

04:01 Hi.

04:02 Hi, so nice to meet you.

04:03 Nice to meet you.

04:04 Welcome to Sarah Taney's Art Hub.

04:06 Thank you so much.

04:07 So what are we going to be doing today?

04:09 OK, the moment you step in here, you're already an artist.

04:11 I'm an art... Bibi Baskiat.

04:13 Bibi Baskiat.

04:14 So just embrace the energy of the artist and let it show forth.

04:17 So you can have your seat and...

04:19 Thank you.

04:20 ...bring out the Picasso in you.

04:22 I told you already, Bibi Baskiat.

04:24 Yes, Bibi Baskiat.

04:26 Now, we don't know what's going to come of this,

04:28 but you know what? It's never too late to give it a go.

04:30 Let's paint.

04:31 This must be one of the best ways to unwind.

04:35 Art is therapeutic.

04:37 Whoa!

04:39 Nah, I'm kidding.

04:40 I'm kidding.

04:41 I'm kidding.

04:42 Whoa!

04:43 Nah, I'm kidding.

04:44 Wow, I have thoroughly enjoyed today.

04:46 You've already seen all the things that I've gotten done in just one day.

04:50 You can imagine how much more there is to do and see right here in Lagos.

04:54 I've even got the souvenirs to show it.

04:56 Anyway, it's about that time that I show you what the sunset looks like in my city.

05:02 Let's go.

05:03 Lagos is known for its vibrant nightlife,

05:08 and people love to party on this side of the equator.

05:11 There are a number of bars, beachside bars, pubs, and nightclubs

05:15 where one can enjoy a variety of music whilst having a drink.

05:19 What better way to end the day than to sit back, relax, and enjoy a cocktail

05:26 as you watch the sunset?

05:27 Lagos City never dulls, and there's always something to do,

05:30 whether it's the daytime or the nighttime.

05:33 Cheers!

05:34 It's been so much fun showing you my beautiful city of Lagos.

05:39 Until next time, catch you guys on the flip side.

05:41 Bye!

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