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 Makoko Biggest Slum Village In West Africa I'm sure you've heard about Makoko, it is the biggest slum in Nigeria with a population of over 21 million people,  Makoko is a floating slum in Lagos, Nigeria. It is the largest floating slum in Africa, It is located on the Lagos Lagoon which is on the mainland and it is built on stilts above the water The first settlers in Makoko were Egun people who migrated from Badagry and the Republic of Benin. They were fishermen who built their homes on stilts to protect themselves from the floods that frequently occur in the area. Makoko is characterized by a network of wooden structures built on stilts, with houses, schools, and other facilities suspended over the water Fishing is a major economic activity for the residents of Makoko. The community is known for its vibrant fishing industry, and many families make a living through fishing and related activities. Makoko has a strong sense of community, and residents are known for their cultura

Mountain Afadjato Ghana Mountain Afadjato is the highest mountain in West Africa standing on its own although there are mountains that can go higher than Mountain Afadjato, they don't stand alone they always stand attached to other mountains,  Mount Afadja is situated near the border between Ghana and Togo in the Volta Region of Ghana. It is the highest peak in Ghana and offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, Mount Afadjato is also known as Afadjato to the Ewe people of Ghana and Togo, with an elevation of 885 meters (2,904 feet) above sea level.   top of mountain afadjato Mountain Afadjato was named the highest mountain in West Africa because it stands alone, mountain Afadjato is located in the Volta region near the border with Togo, close to the villages of Liati Wote and Gbledi Gbogame in the Afadjato South district and Hoehoe, it takes 40mins-1hr to climb mountain Afadjato depending on how fit you are, and per person is charged 15 cedis, while a group of people (7

 Adomi Bridge is Ghana's longest suspension bridge located in the eastern region    It spans the Volta River and connects the town of Atimpoku to the Volta Region  of Ghana,    It was constructed to enhance transportation and connectivity between different regions of the country It symbolizes progress and development in the infrastructure of the country The Adomi Bridge serves as both a practical transportation link and a symbol of Ghana's historical journey to independence.  Visiting Adomi Bridge was quite a fun experience, it was the first place we stopped by on our way to explore the eastern region of Ghana,  Adomi bridge Ghana The entrance fee we paid to see the bridge cost 2 cedis for Ghanaians and for foreigners you pay 3 cedis i  blended in as a Ghanaian so i paid the fees for Ghanaians, on getting there i found out there are different activities you could partake in, aside from sightseeing the bridge, they have activities such as rappelling, going on a boat cruise on th

 About The Stilt Village On Water (Nzulezu) Nzulezu is a unique stilt village located in the Western Region of Ghana, West Africa,  the word Nzulezu is an Nzema word meaning surface of water, a small village built on stilt on Lake Tadane and is over 400 years old,   The village is built on stilts above the surface of Lake Tadane, and it is known for its picturesque and distinctive setting. Nzulezu is situated near the village of Beyin, approximately 90 kilometers west of Takoradi, the capital of the Western Region of Ghana. Lake Tadane is a part of the Amansuri Conservation Area, The village's origins are shrouded in legend, with stories tracing its founding to the Nzema people, who sought refuge on the lagoon's shores to escape the clutches of warring tribes. Over the years, the Nzulezo people adapted to their aquatic environment, constructing their homes and communal spaces entirely from wood and raffia palm fronds, Access to Nzulezu is typically by canoe. Visitors can take a

The Benin Moat The next day i arrived there it was easy this time because i now know the location of the place and on getting there i met him and asked if i could film i was granted permission but of course i had to pay after much pleading and explaining how i had spent a lot on the trip .... i went in discovered people were still leaving in the first storey building in the Benin Kingdom and the house was quite old, red and muddy, it was made with wooden decking, it is said that the design was given to chief iyamu by a Briton , Mr crawe reade a colonial officer. Although the house keeps getting reconstructed but the part of the house built with mud has been left that way and has been standing for many years. here i was staring at the building and wondering about the things that must have happened there, how did the people lived their lives way before i was born at this moment i was happy to have captured yet another beautiful memory. The Entrance Of The First Storey Building In Be

 About Ogba Zoo Ogba Zoo is a state-owned zoological park located in Edo State Oredo local government in Benin city, at Airport Road off Ring Road Benin city, the nature park is owned by Edo state government and was established in 1965 and has since been functioning... Ogba Zoo is open Monday to Saturday 9am to 6pm  If you are visiting Edo state for the first time then you should visit the Benin Ogba Zoo and nature park despite the zoo being there for quite some time now (some decades) there are few animals that are rarely seen in the southern part of Nigeria such as the Lion, crocodile Chimpanzee and so much more, visiting the zoo was quite the experience. On my first visit to Ogba Zoo Benin, i went with my friend even when she tried so hard to convince me that the zoo was no longer functioning my mind was made up and I'm glad i went there..this time I visited the zoo it was rainy season and of course, it rained for hours.... i remember the roads were flooded, but before it rained

A Place To Chill In Abuja, Capital City Of Nigeria Outside Jabi Boat Club Abuja If you need a place to chill and relax go for a boat ride Jabi Boat Club got you covered, when i was in Abuja i visited Jabi Lake several times and i must say i never got tired of the view, Jabi Boat Club is an entertainment center, it is a modern beach style, and a tourist destination equipped with world-class watercraft and located in the heart of Abuja easy access from all the major areas of the capital city of Nigeria it is a place for both families and individuals, and it is simple and not complicated. there are different rides in Jabi Boat Club which includes a boat and a bike as well as others. it gets busier in the evenings with the lights sparkling all over the place and the view of the water at that time is something you would want to see, giving you an amazing site, and its also a good place to relax. The Wood House Jabi   If you live in Abuja or just visiting the Jabi Boat Club you shoul

About Katampe Hills  Katampe Hill is located in the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria and has an elevation of 300 meters (984 feet), the hill is home to a number of endangered plant and animal species, Katampe hills serves as one of the highest points in Abuja the capital State of Nigeria and the geographic midpoint of the nation(Nigeria) My Fun Experience At Katampe Hills  So we went to an ultimate search at Katampe Hills which is the middle point of Nigeria honestly i had no idea during the challenge that Katampe Hills was the middle point of Nigeria I found out after the challenge. climbing the Katampe hills All About The Anvil Ultimate Search Challenge The Anvil ultimate search was sponsored by @payport for @family worship centre, all branch was invited to join the challenge initially I was not a member of the family worship centre but I was invited by a friend to join the challenge which I accepted, we got to family worship centre the place was crowded already, we were

My Abuja Kayak Ride Experience kayak rides are generally fun and a great way to enjoy the outdoors and get some exercise. Kayaking is a relatively easy activity to learn, and it can be enjoyed by people of all ages and fitness levels.  I was recently in Abuja for a few months and visited a lot of places as exploring is one of my hobbies. i went kayaking with my friends at first i thought it was a boat ride because i had never really been on a kayak before didn't know what it was about but i am glad to say i did. imagine someone who doesn't know how to swim isn't afraid of water i could only think of the fun i would have, in fact, i was the first to go into the water funny thing is as soon as i got in i got a hang of it i quickly understood how to paddle and it was fun despite my outfit didn't really match the occasion i went with a few friends we did racing and just went round the water they allowed us to stay for as long as we want and of course, there is a life jacke