Up & About Abuja
Discover Abuja beyond the obvious. Up & About Abuja takes a closer look at the people, places, lifestyle and trends shaping the city. From social happenings, events and entertainment to food, fashion, culture, new experiences and the personalities making an impact, we explore what’s happening around town and what’s catching the city’s attention. Whether you live here, work here or are just passing through, this is your window into the evolving character of Abuja.
Beyond the Glamour: Why Nigeria’s F1 Dream Must Start on the Street, Not the Grid
Picture Abuja transformed for a Grand Prix weekend. The nation’s capital is buzzing with an electric, uncharacteristic energy. Central Business District hotels are booked solid six months in advance.
We finally get an approval to proceed
It has been quite a long time since I wrote a word. I was frustrated by the system and the seemingly lack of interest by those who should be focused on solving these problems. The things we went throu
Decadence and the Nigerian Factor.
Several articles, issues and facts abound on the difficulty in doing business in Nigeria. The World Bank Group http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/nigeria even has an entire section ded
Karamajiji or the "Hi" way
I am super super furious with Nigeria and the progress we have made so far. It’s been ages since I set my mind on this site but for some obvious reasons, agents in both public and private sectors are
New Site For El' Uno: Kukwaba District
Its been hectic looking for a new site since we lost the Karamajiji plot to greed and corruption. Our search for a new place has taken us to several undeveloped green areas dotted across Abuja. Most o