Nigeria
Lagos
#1 Top 5 cities
Lagos is the country's strongest economic and international center, with the largest expat community and broadest services, but with heavy pressure on transport and daily logistics.
Country overview
Population
15Â 388Â 000
Year-round temperatures
Day: 29°C až 32°C
Night: 23°C až 26°C
Climate
Hot humid coastal tropical climate with a long rainy season.
Distance to the sea
0 km
Social atmosphere
6/10
Costs
Housing cost
4/10
Food cost
6/10
Business friendliness
7/10
Safety
4/10
Lagos: Violent crime, kidnapping, armed robbery, civil unrest, and risky road travel require strong security precautions, especially after dark.
Natural disaster resilience
2/10
Lagos: Coastal and urban flooding, heavy seasonal rain, poor drainage, extreme heat, and sea-level rise create severe recurring hazards.
Other scores
Other scores
Internet availability
8/10
Internet speed
6/10
Internet stability
5/10
Electricity stability
3/10
Community types
Largest nationality groups
- 🇬🇧British
- 🇮🇳Indians
- 🇨🇳Chinese
- 🇺🇸Americans
Pros / Cons
Pros
- +Large international community
- +Quality services
- +Airport access
- +International environment
Cons
- −Traffic congestion
- −Higher living costs
- −Noise