It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, isn’t it? The festive season is here, and while it looks quite different from the previous years (due to the pandemic), there are still certain signs that herald the season in Nigeria, every time:
The Arrival of IJGBs
IJGB (I Just Got Back) is a term that refers to Nigerians who live or school abroad and return to Nigeria during the holidays. They mostly arrive in Nigeria during Christmas, wearing the coolest clothes and attending all the raves.
Traffic Jams
States like Lagos tend to experience traffic at almost every time of the year, but during the festive season, the traffic situation tends to get worse, due to the influx of IJGBs, increase in concerts and parties.
Christmas Decorations
What else heralds the Christmas season like Christmas decorations? From giant Christmas trees to festive lights, wreaths, garlands, and more, Christmas is incomplete without those beautiful decorations and ornaments.
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Concerts
Is it truly Christmas in Nigeria without the concerts? December is concert season, and the biggest artists always storm select locations to thrill fans and perform their biggest hits.
Parties
Nigerians never pass up an opportunity to throw big parties, especially during Christmas. There are Children parties, house parties. beach parties, club parties, office parties and so much more.
Crowded Markets
Christmas shopping is a pretty big deal, and people often take to markets and stores to get the finest clothes, festive food items and groceries to spice up the Christmas season. There is also a good amount of deals and sales that make shopping even more attractive during the holidays.
The Outfits!
Nigerians love to dress up and look dashing and they never pass up an opportunity to do so. During Christmas, you see a lot of families in matching outfits, shiny new shoes, neatly made hair, and of course, the colour Red.
What did we miss? What are the other signs of Christmas in Lagos? Share them with us in the comments section below!
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