A concerned Nigerian man stirred social media debate by calling for a protest over the excessive price of the traditional dish, fufu, which can cost up to $100 each wrap.
In his tweet, the guy begged Nigerians to join him in his demonstration, expressing concern that if he does not receive their support, he will be forced to protest alone.
His statement read: “Fufu is now 100 naira per wrap. This is my last straw and the camel has died. If you all won’t protest, I’ll do it alone. You can’t charge such a high price for fufu and expect me to stay calm.”
Soon after, his followers and a slew of concerned citizens flooded his comments section, offering their thoughts on the economy and the price of fufu in their different localities.
Here are some responses:
@Witty_Dehstyney: “I am with you on this. Fufu needs to go back to 1 for N20, and 3 for N50.”
@layeesha6: “Pin pop is also 100 Naira from 20 Naira oo. I can’t bare it anymore also because I feel like my mental health is hanging on thin threads so I’m joining you to protest you have my support.”
@gaustinto1: “Before you protest, kindly take me there this weekend. I have sold my Tv and generator and the money is intact as I await your instructions.”
@Achara_Anaeto: “I have been buying fufu here 100, I went to the market two days ago and they were saying 150 there and then i protested.”
@PatoEner: “I have been buying it 100 naira per wrap for over 2 years now, the size has gotten smaller self.”
@bentdaniels: “The mama tell me 6 wraps for 500naira yesterday, I look her with disbelief for my eyes, either this is see finish or I’m patronizing her too much cos what do you mean I should buy 6 fufs?? I wan open santana bank??”
@JoanAllor: “It has been 100 naira for over 5 years, just getting smaller in size… Abi na another dimension I de?”
