Visas, tax, the naira, safety alerts, city life and legal betting — from official sources, checked regularly.
Sixteen sections covering life in Nigeria, from visas to betting.
Gunmen attacked a Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway site in Maiyama, Kebbi State, on 8 October, killing a Chinese worker and two security personnel.
More than 250 Chinese manufacturers are expected at Landmark Centre, Lagos, from 3 to 5 November 2026. Entry is listed as free.
The LSLGA declared Stake.com illegal and lists 40+ unlicensed operators; Lagos-licensed sites deduct 5% tax on winnings and ask for your NIN.
State licences, licensed operators, OPay/PalmPay deposits and betting strategy. 18+ only.
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Lagos is home to Nigeria's largest Chinese community. Where people live, China Town, the Lekki zone, safety and costs.
Abuja hosts the Chinese Embassy and many Chinese company head offices. Institutions, projects, travel, safety and leisure.
Kano is northern Nigeria's trade hub with a long-established Chinese community. Sharia law applies and gambling is banned.
Port Harcourt is the Niger Delta's oil hub, with Chinese work on the airport, rail and refineries. Kidnap risk is high.
