Tejuosho & Lagos shopping guides

How to get there, what to buy, how to bargain and where else to shop in Lagos, written for real shoppers.

Rolls of sequin velvet lace, beaded lace and 3D floral lace on shelves at a Tejuosho fabric shop

Latest · Shopping from Abroad

How to Buy Aso-Ebi from Abroad (UK, US & Canada)

The celebrant is in Lagos, you are in London, Houston or Toronto. Here is how to get the right aso-ebi without flying home.

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Home décor shop in Tejuosho Market with gold ornaments, artificial flowers, vases and cushions

Shopping from Abroad

Lagos Shopping Guide for Diaspora & Visitors (Detty December)

Home for December? A practical market plan for returnees and first-time visitors: where to go, what to buy and how not to overpay.

3 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Party heels with matching clutch bags and men's loafers on display at a Tejuosho shoe shop

Nigerian Style & Culture

What to Wear to a Nigerian Wedding (Guests' Guide)

Traditional engagement, white wedding, reception: what guests wear at each, and how to look the part even if you are new to Nigerian weddings.

2 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Sequin and lace fabrics hanging at fabric shop A2080 in Tejuosho Market, Yaba

Nigerian Style & Culture

What Is Aso-Ebi? Meaning, Etiquette & How It Works

Invited to a Nigerian wedding and asked to "buy the aso-ebi"? What it means, how it works and how to get it right.

2 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Rechargeable fans, kettles, blenders and cookware sets stacked at a home appliance shop in Tejuosho Market

Shopping from Abroad

Shipping from Lagos to the UK, US & Canada: Options Compared

Courier, cargo agent or a friend's suitcase? How to get goods from Lagos markets to you abroad, and what to watch out for.

3 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

The arched facade of the Main Tejuosho Shopping Complex on Ojuelegba-Itire Road, Yaba, Lagos

Lagos Markets

Yaba Market, Lagos: Complete Shopping Guide

Yaba is one of the Lagos Mainland's busiest shopping districts. Where to go, what to buy and how to get there.

2 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Stacks of men's jeans, caps and boxed slides at a clothing shop in Tejuosho Market, Lagos

Lagos Markets

Best Markets to Buy Clothes in Lagos (New, Native & Thrift)

New, native, wholesale or thrift: which Lagos market to visit for which kind of clothes, and how to get good prices.

2 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Gold-tone and silver-tone statement earrings and bridal jewellery sets in a display case at Tejuosho Market

Shopping Guides

Buying Gold Jewellery in Lagos: How to Check It's Real

18k vs 21k, hallmarks, the magnet test and how gold is priced by weight: buy (or sell) gold in Lagos with confidence.

2 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Nigerian Style & Culture

Gele Guide: Types, How to Buy & Tips for Tying

Aso-oke, damask or auto-gele? How to choose, buy and wear the head tie that completes a Nigerian party look.

2 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Ladies' slides and flat sandals on display shelves, with perfumes in a glass cabinet, at a Tejuosho shop

Shopping Guides

How to Bargain in Lagos Markets: 12 Tips That Work

Haggling is part of the Lagos market experience. Here is how to do it respectfully and still pay a fair price.

2 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Shop front of a shoe and bag boutique (unit D2086) inside the Tejuosho Shopping Complex

Shopping from Abroad

How to Pay Lagos Traders Safely from Abroad

Money transfer apps, relatives, deposits and red flags: a safe way to pay a Lagos trader when you are overseas.

2 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Fabrics & Fashion

How to Wash Lace, Ankara & Aso-Oke (Care Guide)

Expensive lace ruined after one wash? How to clean, dry and store Nigerian fabrics properly, wherever you live.

2 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Nigerian Style & Culture

Nigerian Fabrics Explained: Ankara, Aso-Oke, Adire & More

Ankara vs aso-oke vs adire vs George: a plain-English guide to the fabrics you will see at Nigerian events and in Lagos markets.

2 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Nigerian Style & Culture

Nigerian Traditional Wear for Men: Agbada, Senator & More

Agbada or senator? Fila or red cap? A quick guide to Nigerian men's traditional styles and when to wear each one.

2 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Nigerian Style & Culture

Nigerian Wedding Traditions Explained: Yoruba, Igbo & Hausa

Going to your first Nigerian wedding? What happens at Yoruba, Igbo and Hausa ceremonies, and how to join in.

2 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Lagos Markets

Okrika in Lagos: Where to Buy Thrift Clothes Cheaply

First grade, bales and "bend down select": how thrift shopping works in Lagos and where to find the best okrika.

2 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Shopping Guides

Shop Rent in Lagos: Costs to Expect Before You Sign

Rent is only part of the cost. What really goes into renting a shop in a Lagos market or plaza, and how to avoid surprises.

2 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Visiting Tejuosho

Tejuosho Market History: From Old Market to Modern Complex

How a popular Yaba market became the Main Tejuosho Shopping Complex, and what it means for shoppers today.

2 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Shopping Guides

Tejuosho Market Shopping Guide: What to Buy & Tips

Everything you need for a first (or fiftieth) trip to Tejuosho: what each section sells, the best time to go, paying, and getting good prices.

3 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Lagos Markets

The Best Markets in Lagos and What to Buy at Each

From fabrics to phones to fresh food: which Lagos market to visit for what, and how to plan the trip.

3 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Fabrics & Fashion

Types of Lace Fabric in Nigeria (and How to Choose)

Not sure what "cord lace" or "Swiss voile" means? A plain-English guide to the lace types you will see in Lagos markets.

2 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026

Fabrics & Fashion

Where to Buy Lace and Aso-Ebi Fabric in Lagos

Buying aso-ebi for a wedding or owambe? Where to shop in Lagos, how much to buy, and how to check lace quality before you pay.

3 min read · Updated 19 Oct 2026