₦airaland Forum

Lionessza6:
And yet still remains one of the top tourist attractions for westerners and Asians ....regions regarded as the safest


And yet the migrant magnet of Africa .

And yet hasn't gotten so scary and helpless to the point that we beg we'll known terrorists (US Army) to come and save us from ourselves

The joke is on you

Yes, Nigeria is experiencing a steady increase in tourism as of early 2026, driven by a "booming" domestic market and a surge in cultural tourism. While international arrivals grew by a modest 2% in 2024 (reaching roughly 1.3 million), the broader African continent recorded a 12% increase in tourism in the first half of 2025, with Nigeria remaining a key player in this regional
Key Growth Drivers.

"Detty December" & Diaspora Tourism: [/b]The festive season has become a major global cultural event. In December 2024, Lagos alone generated approximately ₦111.5 billion (~$73 million) in tourism and entertainment revenue, with hotels reaching over 90% occupancy.

[b]Hotel & Infrastructure Boom:
Nigeria rose to second place in Africa’s 2024 hotel development rankings, with over 7,600 new rooms in the pipeline from brands like Hilton and Marriott.

Cultural & Urban Hubs: Lagos continues to lead as a top destination, recently ranked as one of the best cities to visit in 2026 by Time Out. Abuja is also growing rapidly as a hub for business conferences and official travel.

Domestic Expansion: There was a recorded 20% growth in domestic travel recently, as Nigerians increasingly explore local attractions like the Lekki Conservation Centre and the Lisabi Festival in Abeokuta

Lionessza6:
I love it,but are you now safer after your saviors landed?

Yes, South Africa has a very high crime rate, including high levels of violent crime, carjacking, and assault. It ranks among the top five countries with the highest crime index globally and has one of the highest murder rates in the world, with many violent crimes taking place in residential areas, often involving firearms.

Key Facts on Crime in South Africa:
Violent Crime Hotspots: Crime is not evenly distributed; it is heavily concentrated in specific hotspots, making some areas safer than others.
Types of Crime: Common violent crimes include aggravated robbery, murder, sexual offences, and armed home invasions.

City Rankings: Several South African cities, including Pietermaritzburg, Pretoria, and Johannesburg, have been ranked among the most dangerous on the continent.

Precautionary Measures: It is strongly advised to avoid walking alone, stay in well-lit areas, and be cautious with valuables.

Lionessza6:
I embrace it but you don't seem to think they'd be safer under the protection of the mighty American chiefs?

XRSA.

Has a ring to it.

Lionessza6:
They should flee to Ipobland or the Middle belt. I hear it's safe for black Africans

You seem to dislike the name.

I wonder why.

Did they achieve their aim?

XRSA.

The Xenophobic Republic of South Africa.

MaziObinnaokija:
drag chopnaira,Flangelo12,helinues,LottiOk, Make I reach LegendHero house go drink undiluted 🌴

Dem sef know.


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Lionessza6:
I think the likes of Elon Musk have already been successfully repelled from South Africa, so thanks for the concern.

But it’s interesting that you’re talking about recolonisation while your own country is already struggling with external political influence and internal religious and tribal divisions. Your government now spends time and resources hiring lobbyists abroad just to counter IPOB’s smear campaigns, while ordinary citizens continue to suffer and migrate in large numbers.

Meanwhile, there are already foreign military interests operating on your soil.....and history has shown many times that once those boots arrive, they rarely leave a country better than they found it.

So instead of predicting South Africa’s downfall, maybe focus on rescuing your own country from the pressures it is currently facing. Migration patterns don’t happen by accident....they reflect deeper problems at home that statements and threats cannot fix.
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I'm talking about deliberate policies to recolonise countries.

Do you even pay attention to the news, or you just jump on Nigerian forums to instigate fights?

When Lagos aims for something, you know it would achieve it.

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Lionessza6:
That peace loving Africans like Nigerians can't seem to stay away from.....I can't stop laughing

If I recount my episode in Cape Town, it's very shameful of you lot.

I've only decided not to speak about it as a few friends might sus out my identity.

You lot need to grow up.

If the likes of Elon Musk have their way, you'll be recolonised, and you'll not be able to do anything about it.

You've ticked off allies and you'll bear this strain alone.

Another FAFO moment.

Arrowhead71:
No peace for wicked Iran regime

If Iran has no peace even you would feel it.

XRSA.

The Xenophobic Republic of South Africa.

Kukutente23:
What is this one saying. When did Trump say anything like that
Abi you don high ni

You have no agency of your own.

Just a serf.

Kukutente23:
Yeah

They want peace by declaring death to US

Why didn't you say this before Trump said it?

Follow follow.

No agency, just a serf.

Helinuse:
Eyah!

They are no more the country that “is demystifying the American myth?”

What had US gained?

Rebelutionary:
US wants same but they will the term of that "peace"!

If peace for Iran means going back to Uranium enrichment...that blockade will sit for as long as possible as America profits of it. Let's watch how the cookie crumbles!

Graa GRA no dey pay!

Iran would enrich Uranium and there's nothing US can do about it.

Man wey sabi business.

Money na water.

Iran wants peace.

Can we say the same about US?

HacheNoire:
Effort in futility!

Jide will be the last APC governor in Lagos State.

Lagosians are wiser now!

A few cannot make the state a cash cow! We demand better!

Chinese for Governor.



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Some people would not like this.

FreeStuffsNG:
The Iranians are “obviously negotiating very skillfully” and “clearly stronger than one thought,”Merz added.
He is clearly being clever by half.
It is the whole west that is humilating itself by launching an unprovoked war on Iran under the pretext that Iran is building nuclear weapon, same despicable format they used to destroy Iraq.

Nobody is stupid except those who fall for your deception.

The west did not attack Iran.

Us did.

That's the deal US did with Nigeria.

orisa37:
FULANI HERDSMEN, BOKOHARAM AND ISWAP ARE SERIOUSLY WARNED.
TRUMP WILL NOT TOLERATE THEIR HOOLIGANISMS ANYWHERE IN NIGERIA.

Teump that couldn't even walk ro the exit without his legs giving way?

socialmediaman:
The facts are well documented. You can't erase them by being loud. You're wasting your time.

There's no Christian Genocide in Nigeria.

I wonder why the same is not said in Mali.

Kimo21:
Can you shut up

Why don't you make me?

There was no assassination attempt even if we go by their narrative.

The man was on a level above where the Dinner took place.

Reaching the president would have been impossible as there would have been too many layers.

Omoawoke:
Dem no go still give you visa

You think you would screenshot this Nairaland post to go show them for embassy 🤣

Don't mind the wannabe.

MakindeHassan:
Not hereto brag bruh. Been to Dubai, Dublin, London, Accra, Addis Ababa, Freetown and Doha. That’s not the point.

The point is you thinking Nigerians only condemn our own not realizing we actually have a quality issue. Deceiving ourselves will not solve the problem. If you don’t admit there is a problem then there is nothing to fix.

If you are 100% satisfied with the build quality of new homes and the prices in Nigeria today then who am I to convince you otherwise. Maybe most Nigerians like you are really happy with the current state of things. No wonder there can’t be any change.

You've been to these cities and you're yet to realise the quality of Lagos homes compare with that of just about anywhere you go? Especially the more recent builds?

Most of you are just deceitful.

ekineme:
Ogar that sweater is in public domain, anyone can have it including you.

Thats not a reason to link him to IDF, we all know people with tendency to commit atrocities except you tell him he has been reading a book that encourage him to commit atrocity and be rewarded with virgins.

It's consistent with many anomalies with the Trump regime.

DomPerignon:
Cole Allen wearing an IDF sweater

Thie seems an authentic photo and quite damning.

MakindeHassan:
Almost like you’re programmed to hate the truth. You guys need to stop this attack mentality whenever someone says the truth.

To make something better and improve on it, you have to first admit there is a problem. Any travelled person knows there is a quality crisis in our real estate. Lack of trees, bad roads, pools like gutter with hazards, no natural light, small windows, falling POP, cracking walls, rushed tiling. I could continue on and on and those houses will be priced in billions.

Stop the nonsense.

If you don't have the facts or your personal anecdotal experience, it's pure loathing.

I can bet my last dollar, you've visited at best, only one city outside of Nigeria in Africa.

Funny interaction.