Lions in Lagos – or Just a Snoring Tourist?
Some stories stick with you – especially the ones sparked by imagination and a late-night cigarette. Today, I’d like to share a…
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Category: Nigeria
Watch out, manhole alert! – How I (almost) got canalized in Nigeria
A minimalist adventure story with a deep fall and a big heart Ever since I started traveling, I’ve let go of many…
Laundry in Lagos – between Minimalism and Modern Machines
Not long ago, I shared how I usually do my laundry: with a bucket, muscle power, and a good dose of patience.…
Power Outage, Rain, and a Bowl of Vegetable Soup – A Day in the Ghetto
Today it’s raining. Sometimes more, sometimes less. Not a dramatic storm, but a steady, melancholic drumming on the tin roofs. No real…
When Fear Grows Louder Than Reason – and You Still Go
When everyone tells you what is reasonable, but you still risk losing — because life is not about living someone else’s path.…
Courage, Naivety, and the Call to Nigeria: Why I Went Despite All My Fears
Courage, fear, and naivety – my journey to Nigeria began against all reason. An honest account of setting out, hoping, and learning…