London is home to numerous expats from all over the world and it comes as no surprise being a favourite with Nigerian expats as well! Britain and Nigeria have had close ties over the past century with Nigeria being a former British colony for more than 60 years. As a result a number of Nigerians have an affinity to London with a large number coming to study and work in the city.
Visitors from Nigeria who are planning to come to the city cam make the most of the many Special Offers at Shoreditch Hotels. There is a large expat Nigerian community in the city and you will find many neighbourhoods popular with the community.
Step out of the M hotel by Montcalm in Shoreditch London Tech City and you are close to many of the areas where you are bound to bump into a fellow Nigerian expat staying in London. You will even find a number of them that are reminiscent of home with shops, restaurants and foodstuff all of which relates to Nigeria. In fact there are even certain neighbourhoods that have a high concentration of Nigerians staying at in London. Some of the popular Nigerian neighbourhoods in the city are:
Peckham: It is a hub of Nigerian life and culture in the city. Peckham is also referred to as “mini Lagos” as whatever you find in Lagos you are sure to find here. Peckham is situated located in the Borough of Southwark and has large concentration of Nigerians staying there. It has plenty of stores, restaurants and shops that keep Nigerian-made imports. To try some authentic Nigerian delicacies, visit the Lolak Afrique restaurant, known for its traditional Nigerian fare. For those who love Suya meat head over to the Obalende Suya Restaurant.
Thamesmead: Thamesmead is situated in the London Boroughs of Greenwich and Bexley, and also is home to a large Nigerian population. It is a bustling district that offers a plethora of ethnic restaurants, known for their eclectic spread of fried, boiled cooked Nigerian delicacies. There are a number of stores, stalls and shops which are run by Nigerians, like John and Biola Supermarket and Ade’s Cash and Carry among plenty of other businesses. You will be sure to find a wide variety of products, imported food and items which are available in shops and markets back home.
Abbey Wood: Another part of London that is reminiscent of being back home in Nigeria. Abbey Wood is located in South East London and to the south of Thamesmead. The neighbourhood has plenty of Nigerians where you can speak the language and you will even find a number of colourful and flashy characters like those found back in Lagos. It is another area renowned for its many native stores and restaurants.
Woolwich: Woolwich has always been with members of the Nigerian community in the city. It is where you fill find a large number of ethnic churches, businesses, restaurants and shops all of which will remind you of home. It feels like being back home and at times you might actually find it hard to imagine you are in London. There are great restaurants which sell homemade delicacies like Suya meat and puff puff.
Deptford: The neighbourhood of Deptford has some wonderfully attractive streets and buildings and is considered to be a favourite with Nigerians who flock to the city. It is to be found in South-East London, and lies along the south bank of the Thames River. It is also where you will find several businesses and stores that have a wide choice of imports including food stuff from back home. If you are longing for authentic Nigerian food, head straight to Tomi’s Kitchen, well known for its authentic palm wine, Nigerian beers and food.
Lewisham: Lewisham offers great housing options for Nigerian expats with the locality being ideal for families, which makes it a popular choice with Nigerians who prefer to stay here in London. The hard work and dedication of Nigerian business owners has paid off and made it one of the most styled areas in the city. It has become a hub for businesses like Wotas and Covenant Cargo etc. For those who have a craving for Nigerian delicacies drop in at Enish Nigerian Restaurant and Grill for the best.
Old Kent Road: It is part of Watling Street and is located in the South East of London. It is another spot that is a big draw with Nigerians in London and also where you will find a number of native places of worship like churches and mosques, apart from a variety of Nigerian Stores. The community has certainly pepped up the place and made it colourful lively place to visit. There are scores of bars and restaurants with the more prominent being Wazobia, Presidential Suya and the 805 restaurant. A great neighbourhood to hang out at!
Camberwell: It is home to some of the best restaurants, supermarkets bakeries and stores all of which celebrate the Nigerian way of life and culture. The place is home to a variety of entertainment venues, clubs and bars and is the place to visit to mingle with members of the community, while catching up the way things are back in Nigeria. For traditional Nigerian food, try the Cannan, Legacy or Emukay restaurants.
Brixton: Brixton has been homes to Nigerian immigrants for many years and is where you will find a number of their businesses flourishing here. If you are on the lookout to buy Nigerian groceries like pepper, yam, Okro and Garri Brixton Market is the place to shop. You will also find shops that sell all things Nigerian including clothing, accessories and lots more.
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