Going to a Lagos party alone might seem like a bold move, but honestly, sometimes it’s the only way to actually get yourself out of the house. Maybe your friends cancelled at the last minute, or maybe you just felt like stepping out on your own; either way, one thing’s for sure: the unexpected will happen. From bumping into familiar faces to random moments that turn into gist-worthy stories. Here are five things that could happen when you party solo in Lagos:
1. You’ll Most Likely Meet Someone You Know
Lagos is big until you step into a party. Suddenly, it feels like your secondary school reunion. It can be comforting to see familiar faces, but it also means there’s a high chance of running into your ex or that person you owe or owes you money from 2018.
2. You Might Find Love
There’s always a chance you’ll lock eyes across the dance floor, and it feels like a romantic movie scene. Of course, there’s also the chance that “love” turns out to be someone who forgets your name by Monday morning.
3. You Could Become Besties With a Stranger
A couple of cocktails, shots, small chops, and a shared laugh about how overcrowded the venue is, and suddenly you’ve found your new BFF. Will they text you the next day? Maybe not. But for one night, it’s vibes on vibes.
4. Someone May “Flirt” With You
Best case scenario: you’re basking in compliments and free drinks. Worst case? It’s the guy who’s been shouting “fine geh!” in your ear for two hours straight. Either way, it makes for gist.
5. You Might Get an After-Party Invite
Sometimes going alone pays off; you end up at the secret after-party only the “cool kids” knew about. Other times, it’s an “after-party” that’s just someone’s apartment in Ikoyi with a Bluetooth and two bottles of vodka. It’s a gamble, but, hey—memories are memories.
At the end of the day, pulling up to a Lagos party alone is basically freestyle mode. One minute it’s pure fun, the next it’s awkward comedy, and sometimes it’s both at the same time. But that’s Lagos nightlife for you: unpredictable, loud, and never, ever boring.
