Media personality Nedu Wazobia has ignited conversations on social media following his comparison of road infrastructure in the United Kingdom and Nigeria.
In a now-viral video posted on X (formerly Twitter), Nedu is seen standing on a narrow UK street lined with parked cars on both sides. With arms outstretched, he expresses disbelief at how compact the road is, noting that two vehicles could not pass side by side. He emphasized that despite the UK’s global reputation, its roads appear much narrower than those in Nigeria. Nedu asserted that Nigeria, often referred to as the "Giant of Africa," boasts wider roads that can comfortably accommodate two-way traffic.
Social Media Reactions
The video quickly sparked a wave of reactions online, with many users offering differing perspectives:
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Sheuuuuu commented:
“I don’t even mind the narrow roads, but did you see potholes everywhere? Big-for-nothing Giant of Africa.” -
Favour criticized the tendency of Nigerians to favor the UK for everything:
“Giant dey run go meet ant. Your wife is pregnant—UK. You want to go to a good school—UK. Medical care—UK. Holiday—UK. Sold-out shows—UK. Everything good—UK. You only go to Nigeria when you die.” -
Mr Prolific offered a technical explanation:
“That’s a one-way road. You can’t enter from the same direction you exit. These are usually found in residential areas. Look, all the cars are facing the same direction. If the UK had Nigeria’s natural resources, the streets would be paved with gold.” -
Carla pointed out the unfairness of the comparison:
“This guy is misleading. That’s not a main road—it’s a residential two-way street. But those roads in Nigeria are another story. Still, he’s not making a fair comparison.” -
Oghale Osagie focused on driving culture:
“At least in the UK, roads are organized and people drive carefully. You must pass a strict driving test that ensures you follow the rules. Nigeria may have wider roads, but drivers there often disregard traffic laws, especially in Lagos.”
Despite the mixed reactions, the video has fueled a broader discussion about infrastructure quality, traffic culture, and governance in both countries.
Watch the full video here.
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