I would like people to share their knowledge of these two cities, (Ibadan and Abuja) and shed more lights to help and enlighten some folks planning to settle in either of the cities.

Of course, these cities must have their strengths and weakneses. What are their advantages and disadvantages? What are the opportunities and threats in these two cities? Where would you settle in despite any known disadvantage?

Your kind opinion and advice will be appreciated by Nairalanders who need to know as well.

Don't know where you are moving from but I will advise that you stay away from Ibadan. Abuja is far ahead in all ways, Ibadan is close to Lagos but Abuja is just an hour by air.

I live in Ibadan, off Ring Road. The city is dirty, the governor is lazy, everything is slow.

All the best!

Can't be compared. Ibadan is definetly not in the same league with ABJ.

Simply incomparable

Thanks for your valuable comment on this. One would have expected Ibadan to have at least one factor that will attract people to settle there. It is a pity that nothing new is happening there compared to some states in the country. The governor needs revival.

@Poster,

I will recommend Abuja anyday. Clean roads, Better electricity, Rail roads coming soon, better organised, good biz location, excellent schools for kids, jobs are available, contracts are available. It is better than some areas in d UK.

The disadvantage of Abuja is that, it is expensive in terms of rent and food. To overcome that challenge, buy a property on the outskirts of Abuja and since there is no traffic, you can commute easily to work. To overcome the food challenge, go to Suleja or Neighbouring States, and buy food that will last you 3 - 6 months.

Also, you need to own a car in Abuja. It is not a luxury but a necessity. The taxi are TOO EXPENSIVE. lol!

Ibadan is too local!

abujabooks:

@Poster,

I will recommend Abuja anyday. Clean roads, Better electricity, Rail roads coming soon, better organised, good biz location, excellent schools for kids, jobs are available, contracts are available. It is better than some areas in d UK.

The disadvantage of Abuja is that, it is expensive in terms of rent and food. To overcome that challenge, buy a property on the outskirts of Abuja and since there is no traffic, you can commute easily to work. To overcome the food challenge, go to Suleja or Neighbouring States, and buy food that will last you 3 - 6 months.

Also, you need to own a car in Abuja. It is not a luxury but a necessity. The taxi are TOO EXPENSIVE. lol!

Ibadan is too local!

Brilliant piece from abujabooks.

The only thing I hate about Abuja is the heat during (some months of) the dry season.