Why Nigerians Should Stop Policing People Who Rave After 27
A viral post questioning why 27-year-olds attend raves has reopened the familiar Nigerian debate about age, adulthood and fun. Many people still act as if turning 27 means swapping parties for family obligations, property talk and an early bedtime. But Nigeria’s current rave culture is still young. Warehouse parties, beach events and electronic-music communities built around Afropop, Amapiano, House and Gqom only expanded rapidly in the last few years. Many of the DJs, promoters and organisers who built the scene are already in their 30s and beyond. Raves are also often a cheaper, more community-driven alternative to expensive Lagos club nights. Growing older may change a person’s energy or preferences, but it should not create an arbitrary deadline for enjoying music, dancing and nightlife. Choosing to stay home is personal preference; being told that joy has an age limit is needless policing.
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