I’m sure you know the saying, “Curiosity killed the cat”, but do you know the rest of that statement? It goes like this: "Curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back."
That’s what happened to me this past week. On Sunday, I visited Fela’s Shrine in Ikeja, a place that has always sparked my curiosity. I believe life’s all about satisfying that curiosity, so I just had to see what happens there.
I thought it was free, but on Sundays, you have to pay between ₦2,000 and ₦3,000 to watch Femi, Seun, or Made Kuti perform. How was the experience, you ask?
Let me tell you. The air was thick with smoke as dancers in short skirts moved feverishly on stage and in cages, their energy seemingly endless. I couldn’t help but wonder—do they ever get tired, swaying their waists like that for hours?
The band played the most captivating jazz, and Femi Kuti delivered an intense hour-long rant about Nigeria, asking everyone not to record to prevent his words from being taken out of context.
The long rant aside, I had a blast—I had an absolute blast. Sipping on palm wine, savouring goat meat, and enjoying some suya, I knew this was an experience I’d hold onto for a long time.
The weekend is upon us again. Feeling curious? Here are some events where you can satisfy that:
| 1. Lavida After Dark
What happens in Lagos on a Friday night? Find out at Hard Rock Cafe VI. |
| 2. Summer Fest
Attend a live concert at The Grandeur, 17 Billings Way, Oregun, Ikeja, and watch stars like Reminisce, Q-dot, Ayo Maff, and other performing artists live. |
| 3. Roots & Resilience
At this exhibition, eight carpenters will make a communal table and individual stools to be sold at the venue, 59 Raymond Njoku Street, Ikoyi. |
| 4. Magic & Feast
Experience a live magic show while enjoying a hearty meal at Cilantro, 26 Isaac John St., Ikeja. |
| 5. Way Too Turnt
Get ready for a turnt pool party at The Hook Grill & Lounge, 16 Waziri Ibrahim Crescent, VI. |
| 6. A Tribute to Souls Legends
Come listen to live performances of iconic hits from Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, Motown, and Curtis Mayfield at The Good Life Restaurant, 14A AJ Marinho Drive, Victoria Island. |
| 7. Yasmine Alsham’s Arabic Night
Foodies, there is an event for you at 1384, Tiamiyu Savage, Victoria Island where you will eat to your heart’s content. |
| 8. Constellation
Art lovers should check out this exhibition of paintings and sculptures by Auchi Klass at Iwalewa Gallery of Art, 29a Chris Madueke Drive, Lekki Phase 1. |
| 9. EPL Match Day
A new EPL season is upon us. Watch live matches in a relaxed setting at The Hook Grill & Lounge, 16 Waziri Ibrahim Crescent, VI. |
| 10. Movie in the Park—Meme Edition with Osita Iheme (Pawpaw)
Meme and movie lovers come to have a fun night watching throwback films, eating, drinking, and connecting at Muri Okunola Park, VI. |
| 11. Monochroma
Get lit with afrohouse DJs like Tobi Peters and many others at Spice Route, Adeola Odeku Road, VI. It’s free. |
| 12. Cold Stone Creamy Ladies Night
Ladies, get ready for a night of ice cream, music, karaoke, and games at any of the Cold Stone locations in Lagos. Entry is free. |
| 13. Street Fest
This party is for the vibrant young people ready to party up a storm at Omu Resort, 1 Asiwaju Bola Tinubu Way, Ibeju, Lekki. |
14. Storm in Summer
Ilashe Beach is the best place to have a sweet beach experience while networking. Pop up at Pura Vida Beach House, Ilashe Beach.
| 15. Through the Lens: The Next Generation of Photographers
Sometimes you need to heal your soul with artistic expression. Come watch exhibitions of photographers at the Alliance Française de Lagos (The Gallery). 9 Osborne Road, Ikoyi. It’s free. |
| 16. Sip and Paint with the Girls
When girls get together, it’s always a wonderful time to sip, paint, and unwind at The Hook Grill & Lounge, 16 Waziri Ibrahim Crescent, VI. |
| 17. Games Night: Silent Disco Party
Unleash your competitiveness while having fun with a silent disco at Cielo Lounge, 5 Oduduwa Way, Ikeja GRA. |
| 18. The Moon and the Stars
Come listen to live music with the likes of Anu Ilia Moon and other stars at The Hook Grill & Lounge, 16 Waziri Ibrahim Crescent, VI. |
| 19. Saturday Hang Over
Have a blast partying your hearts out at Silk Lagos, 190 Awolowo Rd., VI. |
When Last Did You Try Something New?
| 20. K-BBQ Night
Foodies unite, and let your taste buds run wild with an array of delicacies at an undisclosed location in Oniru. |
| 21. NoOnes Konnect
At this event, you’ll meet new people, learn, earn and eat. It’s happening at The Zone, Plot 9 Gbagada Industrial Scheme, beside UPS, Gbagada Expressway. |
| 22. Intro to Dungeons & Dragons
Do you know how to play this popular game? If you do, come play; if you don’t, come learn at Plot 0, Block 10, Peace Mall, and VGC Ajah. Fill out the form to attend. |
| 23. Funny Enuf with Longman
Akpororo, Kenny Blaq, Josh2funny, Taaoma, Mr Paul, and Funny Bone, along with Longman, will be serving up jokes for days at TerraKulture, VI. |
| 24. Tug of War, Vuta N'Kuvute
Watch a live play adapted from Shafi Adam Shafi‘s award-winning novel 'Vuta N’Kuvut about multi-ethnic relationships at Alliance Française Lagos, 9 Osborne Road, Ikoyi. |
| 25. House of Ajebo
In this comedy show, performing artists like Tuface, and Nasboi, and comics like Lasisi Elenu, Kiekie, Destalker, Pencil, and many others will be at at Eko Hotels, VI. |
Not in Lagos, these events are for you.
| 1. Pop-Up and Listening
Shop while listening to new music. There will be free tattoos, drinks, and tooth gems for a selected few at Tontex Garden, No. 3a Stadium Rd., Elekahia, Port Harcourt. |
When Last Did You Try Something New?
| 2. Silent Disco Party
Dance to the rhythm of the music in your headphones at Maximus Lounge & Bar, 41 Woji Road, GRA Port Harcourt. |
| 3. Games Night: Silent Disco Party
House of Oni is ending their silent disco tour in Abuja at Piper Lounge and Bar. 2, Bujumbura Street, Wuse 2, Abuja. |
| 4. The Beast and the Blues
There’s a lit party going down in Ekiti at Miami Bay, Prosperous Royal Hotel, Ado-Ekiti. |
| 5. Hero Connect with Rudeboy
Attend Hero Lager party and concert at Chillis Bar & Grill, Madonna College Road, Asaba. |
| 6. Rudeboy Live
Rudeboy will be at 1st Empire Club, Plot 14 DBS Road, Asaba, Delta, for an all-night party. |
Remember, the little moments make up your life, so get out there and have a wonderful time.
