As the yuletide season gathers momentum, many fun activities are buzzing around major cities especially in Lagos, the entertainment hub of Nigeria as well as, Abuja, the capital city of Nigeria, not forgetting the garden city of Port Harcourt. Valuechain compiles a list of upcoming events and fun places that will provide relaxation in line with the spirit and essence of the season.
Burna Boy live
The Grammy winner looks to close out an amazing year in grand style.
The Odogwu singer would be on stage for another epic performance in the Lagos concert which will be held at the Eko Convention Center on December 27.
Burna Boy has been on a world tour for the most part of the year for his 2020 album, ‘Twice as Tall’.
The singer has held spellbinding performances in the biggest venues around the world this year, most notably the Hollywood Bowl stage.
Can You ‘Simi’ Now!
Simi and the Banjos will be joined by a host of other artists live at the Muri Okunola Park, Victoria Island for a 90s themed edition of her Can You SIMI Now! Concert. “Can You ‘SIMI’ Now!” Live in Concert is centered around the 90’s dress and lifestyle, picnic style with guests camped out on comfortable mats in the general area and cabanas for VIP’s. Simi and the Banjos promise to be a memorable evening under the night sky.
The event is scheduled to hold on 28th December 2021 at the Muri Okunola Park, Victoria Island
Jabi Lake Mall, Abuja
The Jabi Lake Mall is known as a beehive of activities ranging from people who patronize the Jabi Boat Club, as well as other relaxation places beside the lake. The view of the Lake itself is a site to behold which is why during festivities, it is filled to capacity.
Also, different games for children are usually organized as Children cannot be left out in the fun.
Lekki conservation centre, Lagos
With just a little amount of money, you can go to LCC with your friends and family. It has the beautiful sight of nature and its natural habitat. It also has the canopy walk that keeps your adrenalin pumping out of excitement. The beauty of the animals is a sight to behold.
Obudu cattle ranch resort, Calabar
If you’re looking for a spot to help you bond more with your family this Christmas, Obudu is the place for you. It is located close to the Cameroon border in Cross River State. It has a cable car that gives guests a scenic view of the surrounding, mountains, and also offers free WiFi to all guests.
Obudu also has a water park, a golf course, horse riding, nightclub as well as bonfires. A walk through the forest of Obudu brings one closer to nature as you listen to beautiful birds singing melodiously to your delight.
Tinapa Resort, Calabar
This is another choice location in Cross River State. The Tinapa Free Zone and Resort offers a casino, children’s arcade, an amphitheater, restaurant, clubs, retail and wholesale outlets for your shopping needs, and an 8-screen digital cinema. This is an amazing location for family trips because there’s something for everyone. If you’re in the area this Christmas, then you had better check this out.
Lekki Leisure Lake, Lagos
This lakeside resort overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. The resort has quad bikes, jet skis, and other activities you can have fun with. Although you cannot take food and drinks into the resort, there are so many foods and drinks sold at the resort.
Nike art gallery, Lekki, Lagos
If you are a lover of arts and culture, this is a good location for you to visit this Christmas. It is located in Ikate roundabout in Lekki. Nike Art Gallery is a place where you are bound to connect to the artistic world and also get to see the beauty of art.
The gallery is adorned with lots of African artists’ works from Nigeria and also from around the world.
Amusement Parks
There are a handful of parts in Lagos you can take your kids to this Christmas to have their fun. Parks are places the kids and adults go and relax, have fun, play with Santa Claus, and mingle with friends and associates.
Here are some that you can go to:
a. Freedom Park, located at old Prison Ground, Broad Street, Lagos Island, Lagos.
b. Apapa Amusement Park, located at Park 34, Randle Road, Lagos.
c. Muri Okunola Park, located at Ahmadu Bello Way, Lagos.
d. Scenario Amusement Park, located at Scenario Avenue, Igbodu Junction, Ikorodu, Lagos.
e. Millennium Park, Maitama Abuja
Omu Resort
This is a nice location you should visit this Christmas. It offers several attractions like the zoo, an amusement park, a go-kart racing track, Quad biking, horse riding, Kayaking, wave pool, seaworld, a wax museum, archery, mini-golf, mechanical bull riding, horse riding, and a waterpark. You sure cannot exhaust all the activities it offers in just one day.
Omo Resort is located at Ibeju Lekki.