The Suntan Beach in Badagry, Lagos State, recorded large turnout of funseekers on Boxing Day as holiday makers trooped to the seashore in contuation of the Christmas celebration.
TheNews Agency of Nigeria (NAN) correspondent who visited the beach reports that the shoreline was filled with revellers from different parts of Lagos State in spite of the lingering fuel scarcity.
The holiday makers said that they were at the beach to spend quality time with their families, friends and loved ones.
“I have been looking forward to this period as it would help me spend quality with my family.
“I have been to this place on several ocassions and I must confess, it never seizes to amaze me,” said Mr Osahon Ebere, a fun seeker who came to the beach with his family.
Mr Tayo Oguntayo, a teacher, said that he was using the holiday to take a break from work.
“I was looking forward to the break so I can get a deserved rest from all the stress of work.
“Coming to the beach is a perfect place for me to relax, chill and have fun all at the same time,” he said.
Mr Senami Hungbo, a soft drink seller, said business had been good since the beginning of the day.
“So far, I have made a lot of money through patronage by customers and I’m sure I would still make more money because more people will still come,” she said.
Mr Ibrahim Musa, a suya meat seller, also says that sales have being good, noting that more business is on the cards as the day goes on.
Mr Ademola Adebisi, the council official in charge of the beach, told NAN that Badagry beach recorded large turn out of funseekers because of its safety.
“The place is secure and we have not had any mishap in the recent past, so people feel safe here. We intend to keep it that way in ensuring the safety of lives and properties,” he said.
Similarly, tourists from different parts of the country came to the many historical sites in the old city.
Mr Anago Oshi, a tour guide, told NAN that over 200 tourists have visited the various sites in Badagry and more were still expected.
(Source: NAN)