‘Tyla just performed her hit song, Jump at Fly Time Fest’, ‘Saweetie is hosting a party tonight’, ‘Are you going to Gunna’s concert?’ Tourists and IJGBs struggled to catch their breaths in December, as it seemed there was an event every night… sometimes more than one. But for Lagosians, this was just Lagos being Lagos, and in December, they’ve got more free time.
The metropolitan city of Lagos, Nigeria, created an entertainment gold mine called Detty December. This is the colloquial term for the influx of concerts, festivals, and nighttime activities that dominate its December calendar.
Lately, the Detty December has become an international spectacle, with tourists and citizens in the diaspora flocking to understand what the singer-turned-politician Banky W meant by “Ain’t no party like a Lagos Party.“
Forbes Africa reports, “Independent research by advisory firm MO Africa Company Limited shows that between November 19 and December 26 last year, Lagos’ Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) handled around 550,000 inbound passengers. Nearly 90% of these arrivals were Nigerians living abroad, flying in primarily for leisure and tourism.”
Lagos’ nightlife has become both lucrative and entertaining, ranking sixth on Time Out magazine’s list of the best cities for nightlife worldwide. While this increase in popularity is often linked to the rise of Afrobeats, many would also credit the city’s vibrant atmosphere and beautiful women.
Lagos has placed itself at the forefront of fashion in Africa, and its unique style DNA can be spotted among its citizens. Nothing in Lagos whispers, and its fun and fashionable girls show a microcosm of their December.
DECEMBER THROUGH A LAGOS COOL GIRL’S LENSES:
Omoloto, 20 years old. A model, video vixen, and Dental student.
Favourite Shows: Ayra Starr for Flytime Fest, Odunsi Show and Even In The Day.
“I performed at Odunsi’s Show.”
Odion, 25, A radiographer.
Favourite show: NOK (By Alara) NYE party.
“My December was not so Detty.”
Zia, 23. An all-around creative, girl who likes doing stuff, no matter how outrageous (except sky diving) it is, and The Legend Of Vox Machina lover.
Favourite Shows: 911 the firefighter show.
Raine, 25, An indie-alternative singer and rockstar hoping to make everyone cry to her music and stories.
Favourite Shows: Bedroom Covers With Svdney.
“I performed at Bedroom Covers With Svdney.”
Timileyin, 21. A full-time princess, editor, writer, and aspiring art curator. After leaving her position as editor for Pencilmarks and Scribbles Magazine, she’s open to working on projects that align with her creative direction.
Favourite Shows: Lady Donli’s Show, Rema, Deela’s listening party, and a few raves.
“I loved the raves, I do not think I can pick.”
Liber, 21. A design and associate producer at Amah Studios.
“I am interested in art, community, and its intersection. I am just a girl.”
Favourite Show: Raves; Vogue Boys, Detty Sexy Rave, and Group Therapy.
“I liked Ayra’s [Starr] Day too.”
Chinazam, Journalist and historian.
“I probably wrote your favourite think piece… or in time I will.”
Favourite Shows: Rema, Nifty Vintage Pop-up and Our Land.
