5 Reasons Why Surulere is the best Place to Live in Lagos

A residential and commercial Local Government Area
located in the state, Surulere is one of the most
exclusive areas on Mainland Lagos.
Aside from the fact that Surulere is known as the sports
city of Lagos seeing as it houses two international sport
venues, some of the most famous streets in Lagos state
such a
s Adeniran Ogunsanya, Adelabu, Ogunlana Drive, Bode-
Thomas and Eric Moore, are found within the district.
If you are a lover of Nigerian music or you are active on
the Nigerian social scene, you may have heard lines and
comments affirming Surulere as one of the best places
to live in Lagos.
If you are wondering why the district is so acclaimed,
Jumia Travel have shared 5 possible reasons Surulere is
the best place to live in Lagos.
1. It is mid-point
Surlere is undoubtedly one of the key transport nodes of
Lagos, as it connects the city’s mainland with Lagos
Island and Victoria Island. Basically, it serves as a mid-
point between the island and mainland and living there
ensure you have quick and easy access to both areas.
2. Diversity
Surulere is full of ALL types of people. Young families,
Grandparents, Politicians, struggling musicians,
millennials, students, Igbo people, Hausa natives – you
name it, they all live in Surulere and they all love it. It is
very easy to fit into the different neighborhoods within
the district without fear of segregation or any form of
culture shock.
3. The best street food in Lagos
It is no secret that the best of Lagos street food can be
found in Surulere and at the best rates too. On the hunt
for the best shawarma, to the best Suya, people travel
from as far as the Lekki Peninsula to Surulere for a
palatable and affordable taste. Surulere also has more
local independent restaurants and bukkas than it is
possible to choose from, and you most rank very highly
among the best places to eat authentic meals in Lagos.
4. Surulere is full of independent businesses
Aside from restaurants and bars, there are so many
businesses, in all sorts of industries, based in Surulere.
You will find Clothing stores, Interior Design boutique,
car dealers e.t.c among other business in this district,
and not only will you be spoilt for choice when it comes
to buying locally but there are plenty of opportunities
for jobs too. The most popular street in the district that
harbors some of these independent businesses is
Adeniran Ogunsanya. There is literally nothing you
cannot find on the street and all are of good quality too.
5. Active nightlife
You will never be bored at night if you live in Surulere.
There is a load of great bars, lounges, and pubs…and
most importantly, there is good security in most of the
areas. You find clubs where you can stumble along to
for a dance on a rogue Tuesday night, as well other bars
that open from 10am to 4am every single day including
Sundays.