Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, and its commercial hub, Lagos, have been ranked as the first and second cheapest cities not for Nigerians but for expatriates to live in for 2024.
This is according to Mercer’s Cost of Living rankings.
The report highlights that the cost of living is a crucial consideration for expatriates when selecting a city for relocation, as it impacts their quality of life and financial stability.
Among African cities, Bangui has notably risen 12 places to rank 14th globally,Djibouti and N’Djamena follow closely, ranking 18th and 21st.
In the opposite, Blantyre, Lagos, and Abuja are among the least expensive African cities, positioned at 221st, 225th, and 226th globally.
