 | | Renting a Car and Driving it in Lagos, Nigeria | | | In Lagos there is no strict requirement to pass a test before you drive, so beware of inexperienced road users. There can also be fuel shortages, so it's a good idea to keep your tank as full as possible. Be wary of potholes in the roads, even in the city itself. For security reasons you should be careful when getting in and out of your car, keep windows up and doors locked while driving, and avoid driving outside the city after dark.
Drivers in Lagos are routinely aggressive, so don't take this personally. You'll find things easier if you're willing to drive fast but don't get drawn into races and try to resist responding to the taunts of other drivers, which are an everyday part of life. It's not uncommon for people to drive the wrong way down what are officially one way streets, so always be ready to swerve. However, if you engage with this in the right spirit, you'll find Lagos one of the most exciting places you've ever driven. Alternatively, if it sounds like a nightmare, you'll find it easy to hire a car with a chauffeur who will do the hard work for you. | | | | | | |  | | Compare Cheap Car Rentals Deals | | |