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The “perfect” guide to exploring Lagos this December 🎄

Make this December extra special by spending it with friends. If you're in Lagos for the season, here are five activities to try.

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Life on My Own Terms: 15 Nigerian Women Share Their Experiences Living Alone

In a society deeply rooted in tradition and communal living, breaking away to embrace solitude can be a remarkable act of self-discovery. Here are 15 remarkable stories from women who have boldly chosen to live life on their own terms.

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The definitive guide to produce storage: how to store food to prevent it from going to waste.

Food is too expensive these days to let it go to waste. Here's a definitive guide on how to store produce and reduce food waste.

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How To Use Rent Now, Pay Later From Spleet Africa

Here's how to use the flexible, low-interest Rent Now, Pay Later loan from Spleet.

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Best Stores To Purchase Luxury Homeware in Lagos (If You’re Unbelievably Liquid)

Artisanal chairs, tastefully sculpted vases, timeless furniture pieces and many more are some luxury items in this guide.

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5 Design Inspirations From The Big Brother Naija House

Here are 5 design inspirations to take from the Big Brother Naija House.

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10 Gift Ideas For Your Friend’s New Apartment

So your friend has just moved into their new apartment. They probably spent weeks dealing with difficult agents, looking at houses or flats with shoebox kitchens or deplorable bathrooms. Or maybe they found great house agents or went for an easy, stress-free monthly renting alternative like Spleet. Whatever the case,

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The Best Time To House-hunt in Lagos, According to Realtors and Agents.

Getting a house in Lagos requires precision and careful planning. With an estimated population of 15 million people, the cultural centre of Nigeria continues to find itself with more people and fewer spaces to house them. The congestion has in the past few years resulted in a hike in rent

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The Ultimate New (or First) Apartment Downloadable Checklist

Let's go house shopping. Here's the ultimate room-by-room essentials checklist for your new (or first) apartment.

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5 Ways To Survive The Fuel Subsidy Removal

Here are five hacks that can seamlessly help you navigate the current economic effects of fuel subsidy removal.

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How To Design A Small Space

These tips will help you figure out how to create the illusion of space, how to properly manage storage, and how to make each space count.

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5 Ways To Set Healthy Boundaries With Your Housemates.

Sharing a home with other people can be great for several reasons. One you have someone to talk to if you need to. This of course means you don’t go days without having spoken to anyone. Yes, this is a subtle shade to people who prefer to live alone.

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How to pay rent monthly in Nigeria

How to pay rent monthly in Nigeria 101.

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Make Your Bed: The Grown-A** Adult Style

Over the last couple of months, I've invested in intentionally creating a cosy place to lay my head, and I have some tips for you.

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“Why Yaba?” — A highlight of Yaba’s proximity to almost every part of Lagos

For the launch of our flagship series "Where do you live and why?" we're starting with a highlight on Yaba, an area known for its technological dominance and proximity to other major areas in Lagos, Nigeria.

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Roses are red, violets are blue. I fell in love with my neighbour.

Let's just say the concept of good neighbourliness is not lost on these people.

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How to make your home a lovers' nest this Valentine's Day

With some creativity and effort, you can transform your home into a cosy and intimate lovers' nest that will make this Valentine's Day unforgettable.

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Tips for moving into a smaller apartment

Moving into a smaller apartment can be both an exciting and challenging experience. While downsizing to a smaller living space offers many benefits, such as lower rent and utility bills, it can also be challenging to adjust to the lack of space. To help make the transition smoother, this article

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Questions you shouldn’t be afraid to ask your Nigerian landlord

In this article, we'll discuss some of the most important things you shouldn't be afraid to ask your landlord, from maintenance requests to lease terms and beyond.

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How to make the most of your small kitchen

We understand the difficulty of working in a small kitchen, and we’ve put together some tips on making the most of your area.

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6 ways to prepare your home for the holidays

Rearranging and redecorating your space is one of the best ways to put yourself in the holiday mood, trigger excitement for the holiday season, and reduce end-of-the-year fatigue.

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Are there rules to follow when renovating a rented house? Yes and no

Several factors should be considered before renovating a rented house. For many, these factors range from the renovation cost to how long they plan to live in that house and what they can gain after renovating said space.

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“His children broke into people’s houses to steal” — Nigerians share their stories of horrible tenants

"The tenant was disrespectful to my dad, didn't pay rent and accused my parents of locking his destiny with the house. He said his future getting locked was why he couldn't make money to be able to afford his rent."

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‘There’s rice at home’ and everything you need to know the first few months after moving

When the excitement of changing houses has fizzled out, here’s a list of the most important things to do in your new house and environment.

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6 Nigerians share heartwarming stories about neighbours who impacted their lives

People didn’t like them, and they didn’t care. They separated fighting couples and threatened abusive husbands. Children loved them because they would stop parents from hitting too hard. Growing up in a strict Christian household, I knew I wanted to be like them when I grew up.