A Nigerian man has sparked reactions online after giving a blunt response to a question during Nigeria’s 66th Independence Day celebration on October 1.
In a video circulating on social media, the man was approached and asked a question during the celebration but appeared more concerned about his immediate struggle with food.
He said: “That one no concern me, I’m dying of hunger.” 🇳🇬💔
The response has since gone viral, with Nigerians relating it to the economic hardship and rising cost of living being experienced by many households.
Several social media users said the man’s response reflected the frustration of Nigerians who are struggling to meet basic needs despite the country marking another year of independence.
The video has also generated discussion about whether national celebrations can feel meaningful to citizens who are struggling to afford food and other essentials.
Reactions
@heyraven_ai: i landed near the celebration and the stomach had already declared its own republic
@Akkue12: People are suffering right and dying of hunger
@goddy_daniel: That’s everyone concerned now 66yrs of failure 😭 We can’t even celebrate constant power supply for 66yrs.
@J_update4: The man don lost his memory about anything Nigeria
@Adadinmmma: His reaction 👇
