Experience in Benin City, Nigeria by Iyegbekosa

What is it like to live in Benin City? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Benin city is made up of differents culture and a very calm place to live, the people of Benin are very accommodating,I would recommend Benin city to anyone who would love to live there.

What is the student lifestyle like in Benin City?

The students lifestyle is worthy is emulation, disciplined and focus

How much does it cost to live in Benin City?

Leaving in Benin city is not expressive,low income earner can live there, for example you can get accommodation as cheap as #2,500 per month,as long as you not leaving extravagant life.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Benin City? Is there any advice you can give?

Getting accommodation in Benin city is very easy, they normally advertise vacancy through sign post or through agency, my advised in regards to that, is if you can meet the owner of the accommodation is cheaper by then,you won't have to pay for agency fees.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

There are many delicacy you can lay your hands on like Egusi soup and pounded yam this particular one is always serve occasionally.my favorite dishes are pounded yam with Egusi soup, beans, Rice and Stew.

What places would you recommend visiting in Benin City?

One of the places you can visit is Ring Road where you have the water garden another place is sports complex Ugbowo.

Is it good to eat out in Benin City? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

It's very safe to out in benin city.we have a place like chicken republic,Omega restaurant.

Is the nightlife good in Benin City? Where is good to go?

I encourage everyone to stay in their houses at night.there is no official activities taking place at that time.

What advice would you give future students heading to Benin City?

My advised for the future students coming to Benin city is to be disciplined and stay focused.