lola.

capturing light and nostalgia.

[lola. @obirinmeta]

@Lightroom I’m lola from Nigeria and these are my photos.

[Ms. @madamesule]

Wow

[lola. @obirinmeta]

@madamesule So so good

[Ms. @madamesule]

Had early dinner at the newest hotel in Cotonou. They open in December, and rates start at ₦410k.

IMO, it’s even finer than Sofitel 😞 and since Sofitel is booked till January, they win for the holidays.

Loved loved my food + the Balinese-style interiors. Stayed till late and walked to the beach before I left

Anyways dm me or @SoftDayyysss to book your Cotonou holiday escape

[Soft Days by AdexEde @SoftDayyysss]

2. Keep some essentials handy. You can change money at the border, so have enough CFA francs for your immediate needs. Cash and Mobile Money (MoMo) are the main ways to pay in many places. Get a local SIM or eSIM to stay connected, and keep your phone charged.

[Soft Days by AdexEde @SoftDayyysss]

3. For transportation around the city. Bikes and tricycles are major means of moving around. You can find both on Gozem, the app used to get around Cotonou or cabs. Set up your account once you have your local SIM and book whichever works best for you.

[Nigerian Author @MinoEhirim]

Took a break in the middle of my workday to chat with Oye & Feez and has such a sweet time. Got so many hot takes off my chest too.

[Todah Opeyemi @officialtodah]

Well done! @cynugwudike ❤️

[Soft Days by AdexEde @SoftDayyysss]

If you’re not coming for Cotonou Art Week, you’re missing out

[Soft Days by AdexEde @SoftDayyysss]

The best way to use your leave dates is to plan it around holidays.

Here’s a list of leave dates in 2027 (and the ones you can still take in 2026)+ where to go for each one:

[Ms. @madamesule]

When she was toasting me, I saw wonders. One random day I said I was craving mama put rice, my queen made everything in my house. Soft rice, pepper stew, assorted meat, white beans, eggs sitting pretty in the stew with round fish and plantain. Was like wow, we’re not playing here. Me sef, knack am curry and herb rice 🙏🏽

[Soft Days by AdexEde @SoftDayyysss]

Remember when our friends came through?

We met in a forest and danced all night. Safe to say, we had the best time. This time, they’re coming back with even more friends.

Let’s just say, you might want to be there for this one. 🙂‍↕️

[Dr. Adewale Mayowa @adewalemayowa_]

Removing AI from your feed with 4 of my drawings🥱😎✨

[StarBoy 💫 @SolarLare]

Boy Blue 💙
New short film by WajuMma 💫

[Soft Days by AdexEde @SoftDayyysss]

You don’t want to get to Cotonou and start wondering where everything is happening.

So, we’ve mapped it all out. Six venues, exhibition openings, a tricycle art tour, parties and a film screening.

13–15 November. Come with Soft Days. From ₦650,000. DM to book.

[Soft Days by AdexEde @SoftDayyysss]

You’ve seen Lagos’ art scene. Now, experience Cotonou. 🇧🇯

13–15 November: gallery hopping, installations, city tours, music, parties and a beachside stay.

Soft Days handles the details. Packages from ₦650,000.

DM to book.

[Ms. @madamesule]

@SoftDayyysss is going to Abidjan this month, 15–19 Nov. We'll spend four days staying at hotels by the lagoon, exploring Yamoussoukro, Grand-Bassam & more.

Last-minute spots are still open. From ₦1.95m, covering flights, stay and rides to all our activities.
DM me if you want to join us.

[Soft Days by AdexEde @SoftDayyysss]

Sleeping tonight because there are sights to see tomorrow >>>>>

[Soft Days by AdexEde @SoftDayyysss]

Part 3 of our Atelier Boko series takes us beyond the exhibitions with Anna, exploring its creative ecosystem and the Dahomey rooms, where creators come to live and make art.

Experience it during Cotonou Art Week, Nov 12–19. Packages from ₦650k. DM to book!

[lola. @obirinmeta]

@madamesule I still dey open gifts 😮‍💨