{"id":9377,"date":"2023-12-05T13:29:50","date_gmt":"2023-12-05T13:29:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/abujacityjournal.com\/livenews\/?p=9377"},"modified":"2023-12-05T13:29:50","modified_gmt":"2023-12-05T13:29:50","slug":"as-e-bad-e-bad-i-go-still-go-club-abuja-residents-speak-on-rising-clubbing-culture-amid-economic-hardships","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/abujacityjournal.com\/livenews\/2023\/12\/05\/as-e-bad-e-bad-i-go-still-go-club-abuja-residents-speak-on-rising-clubbing-culture-amid-economic-hardships\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8220;As e bad, e bad; I go still go club\u201d Abuja Residents Speak on Rising Clubbing Culture Amid Economic Hardships"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Despite economic challenges, security concerns, and a chronically high unemployment rate, Abuja&#8217;s midnight scene remains vibrant. During a visit on Saturday, October 2nd, our correspondent explored popular hangout spots such as Beat79, Beer Barn, and Rhapsody. What happened was a monument to the city&#8217;s unwavering devotion to nightlife, with people reveling in the event despite hurdles.<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 740px;\" class=\"wp-video\"><video class=\"wp-video-shortcode\" id=\"video-9377-1\" width=\"740\" height=\"419\" preload=\"metadata\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"https:\/\/abujacityjournal.com\/livenews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/WhatsApp-Video-2023-12-05-at-10.52.42-AM-1.mp4?_=1\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/abujacityjournal.com\/livenews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/WhatsApp-Video-2023-12-05-at-10.52.42-AM-1.mp4\">https:\/\/abujacityjournal.com\/livenews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/WhatsApp-Video-2023-12-05-at-10.52.42-AM-1.mp4<\/a><\/video><\/div>\n<p>Engaging with the denizens of the night, our correspondent discovered a myriad of reasons for the unwavering embrace of nightlife, even in the midst of economic uncertainties. Esther, a fervent clubgoer, shared her unique story of transforming her outings into a lucrative venture, working as a party starter and raking in a daily income of 7,000 naira. Unfazed by security concerns and economic hardships, Esther underlined her dedication to enjoying life to the fullest.<\/p>\n<p>While some critics argue that Abuja&#8217;s nightlife is mundane, opposing voices argue otherwise. The motivations behind people&#8217;s nocturnal outings are diverse \u2013 from seeking enjoyment and stress relief to combatting depression and boredom. Despite these differences, a common thread emerges \u2013 the pursuit of a positive and fulfilling experience.<br \/>\nEbuka, another night enthusiast, revealed that he turns to nightlife as a means to unwind from work stress, acknowledging the associated costs while emphasizing its importance in his life.<\/p>\n<p>The allure of pricey drinks, marked up to four times the rates of outside vendors, failed to deter patrons. Austin, a regular night owl, expressed his love for the nightlife purely for the joy it brings, emphasizing the personal fulfillment derived from these experiences. He stated, &#8220;I&#8217;m here every weekend to just have fun. I&#8217;m a person who enjoys going out, not because I&#8217;m depressed or bored, but because I&#8217;m a night person and I enjoy it.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>For Princess, grappling with unemployment, the nightlife serves as a sanctuary, a means to combat the pervasive boredom in Abuja. She candidly shared her perspective, stating that going out is a mental health necessity in a country grappling with economic challenges. Princess succinctly summarized her stance: &#8220;Better I go out to calm my mental health than spend my money in a psychiatric hospital because the country is not smiling.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The financial commitment required for nightlife in Abuja is undeniably significant, with individuals willingly shelling out substantial amounts. It is evident \u2013 Abuja&#8217;s nightlife is a costly pursuit, reserved for those with a resolute spirit.<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 740px;\" class=\"wp-video\"><video class=\"wp-video-shortcode\" id=\"video-9377-2\" width=\"740\" height=\"419\" preload=\"metadata\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"https:\/\/abujacityjournal.com\/livenews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/WhatsApp-Video-2023-12-05-at-10.58.05-AM-1.mp4?_=2\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/abujacityjournal.com\/livenews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/WhatsApp-Video-2023-12-05-at-10.58.05-AM-1.mp4\">https:\/\/abujacityjournal.com\/livenews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/WhatsApp-Video-2023-12-05-at-10.58.05-AM-1.mp4<\/a><\/video><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Despite economic challenges, security concerns, and a chronically high unemployment rate, Abuja&#8217;s midnight scene remains vibrant. During a visit on Saturday, October 2nd, our correspondent explored popular hangout spots such as Beat79, Beer Barn, and Rhapsody. 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