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Is the cost of living in Nigeria high?

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"The cost of living in Nigeria varies greatly depending on the location. Generally, the cost of living is higher in the larger cities such as Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt. In these cities, the cost of rent for a nice 1 bedroom apartment is around $500 USD per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost up to $800 USD per month. Eating dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Nigeria can cost around $10 USD per person," remarked another expat who made the move to Nigeria.

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