Lady reacts after paying ₦15k for cornrows in Lekki

A Nigerian woman has sparked reactions online after revealing that she paid ₦15,000 for an all-back hairstyle in Lekki, Lagos, describing the experience as surprising.

The lady, identified as Beth on X, shared photos of the hairstyle and expressed disbelief that she was able to get the service at that price in the area.

“First in my bloodline to do 15k all back in Lekki. I can’t believe I made this hair for 15k. I’m going back to the mainland abeg,” she wrote.

Her post quickly gained attention as social media users reacted to the cost of beauty services in Lagos, especially the differences in prices between areas.

While some users joked about her reaction and the perceived lifestyle gap between Lekki and the mainland, others shared their own experiences with salon charges and noted that location, salon choice and service type often influence pricing.

The conversation has since sparked discussions about the rising cost of maintaining beauty routines and everyday expenses in Lagos.