Lagos’s Month of Partying Is Getting Pricier

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Ruth Maclean, Taiwo Aina, Karen Hanley and Christina ThornellDecember 26, 2025 at 11:02 AM

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In December 2025, Lagos, Nigeria, is hosting its annual "Detty December," a month-long period known for extensive partying. A video report by The New York Times highlights this cultural phenomenon. Ruth Maclean, the West Africa bureau chief for the Times, attended the festivities for the first time. The report indicates that participating in "Detty December" is becoming increasingly expensive. The article, published on December 26, 2025, explores the rising costs associated with attending the numerous parties and events that characterize Lagos during this period.

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