Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria 🇳🇬
#1318
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Nomad Score:
52%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
87%
Weight: 150
Generally low cost of living compared to global standards, affordable food, transport, and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
79%
Weight: 80
Affordable housing options, though quality varies; mid-range apartments are reasonably priced.
🍎 Food & Groceries
85%
Weight: 40
Local markets offer fresh produce at low prices; imported goods are more expensive.
🚌 Transportation Cost
91%
Weight: 20
Public transport and motorcycle taxis are very cheap and widely used.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
72%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are affordable but limited in variety.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
65%
Weight: 10
Gyms exist but are fewer and less equipped compared to bigger cities; prices are moderate.
💱 Currency Stability
43%
Weight: 30
Naira has experienced volatility and inflation pressures, affecting purchasing power.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
51%
Weight: 100
Internet speeds are improving but still inconsistent; fiber available in some areas.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
37%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; mostly informal setups or small offices.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
42%
Weight: 30
Few cafes offer reliable WiFi; connectivity can be spotty.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
35%
Weight: 30
Limited number of cafes catering specifically to digital nomads.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
21%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known destination for digital nomads; very low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
SIM cards are easy to obtain with valid ID; affordable data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
68%
Weight: 30
Generally relaxed lifestyle but infrastructure challenges can affect productivity.
🌳 Environmental Quality
54%
Weight: 15
Moderate environmental quality; some pollution and waste management issues.
🧼 Cleanliness
48%
Weight: 10
City cleanliness is inconsistent; some areas are well-maintained, others less so.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is official language, easing communication, but local languages dominate socially.
💨 Air Quality
45%
Weight: 15
Air pollution can be moderate due to traffic and open burning.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
55%
Weight: 25
Basic family amenities exist; limited international schools and healthcare.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
40%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are basic; serious cases require travel to larger cities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
70%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low but quality is variable.
🏥 Healthcare
42%
Weight: 20
Limited access to advanced medical care; basic services available.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
78%
Weight: 80
Tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round; rainy season can be heavy but short.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
70%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding during rainy season.
🏞️ Green Spaces
50%
Weight: 10
Some parks and green areas exist but are limited in urban zones.
❄️ Air Conditioning
63%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in hotels and offices but less so in local homes.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
35%
Weight: 10
Tropical climate with little seasonal variation; mainly wet and dry seasons.
🔊 Noise Pollution
40%
Weight: 10
Moderate noise from traffic and street activities, especially in busy areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
80%
Weight: 20
Rich Yoruba cultural heritage with vibrant traditions and festivals.
🌃 Nightlife
52%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly local bars and small clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
65%
Weight: 15
Nearby natural attractions and hills offer outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Opportunities to learn Yoruba and other local languages are available but informal.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Some cultural tours and local experiences, though not widely commercialized.
🎳 Indoors Fun
45%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or malls.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
75%
Weight: 25
Strong local cuisine with many traditional dishes; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
28%
Weight: 10
Very few dedicated yoga studios or wellness centers.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
50%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but not widespread.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
62%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce is abundant; healthy eating possible but depends on choices.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
70%
Weight: 20
GMT+1 timezone is convenient for Europe and Africa, less so for Americas or Asia.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events for digital nomads or tech professionals.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Few local remote job opportunities; most rely on international platforms.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
32%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; growing but still nascent.
🏢 Coworking Quality
30%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic and scarce.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
40%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem mainly in Lagos; limited presence in Ado-Ekiti.
💳 Local Payment Services
55%
Weight: 10
Mobile money and banking apps exist but adoption is uneven.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
40%
Weight: 15
Growing interest in crypto but regulatory environment is uncertain.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is some distance away; limited direct international flights.
🚇 Public Transit
50%
Weight: 20
Informal minibuses and motorcycle taxis dominate; no formal public transit system.
🚶 Walkability
40%
Weight: 20
Sidewalks and pedestrian infrastructure are limited and inconsistent.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
45%
Weight: 15
Ride-hailing apps like Uber and Bolt operate but coverage is limited.
🚲 Cycling
25%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is minimal; roads not very bike-friendly.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
55%
Weight: 15
Road travel is common; some bus services available but infrastructure is basic.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
15%
Weight: 10
No formal scooter or bike rental services.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
68%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage in urban areas; rural areas less covered.
🔒 VPN Reliability
60%
Weight: 20
VPNs generally work but occasional throttling or blocks may occur.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
32%
Weight: 15
Frequent power outages; reliance on generators common.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
30%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is rare and often unreliable.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
50%
Weight: 40
Tourist visas available but application process can be bureaucratic.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
Tax system is complex; no special digital nomad tax incentives.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
55%
Weight: 15
Moderate freedom of speech; some restrictions and government scrutiny.
🏛️ Political Stability
50%
Weight: 20
Generally stable but occasional regional tensions and political uncertainties.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Process can be bureaucratic and requires local documentation.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
40%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves multiple steps and delays.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa program available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community support for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no organized nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence for digital nomads in Ado-Ekiti.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
50%
Weight: 100
Moderate safety; petty crime exists but violent crime is less common.
♀️ Female Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be conservative; women should exercise caution.
✊ Racial Tolerance
60%
Weight: 50
Generally welcoming to foreigners but occasional social challenges.