Lagos is toxic by Victor Ekwealor
Lagos was never planned or equipped for the number of people currently living in it, writes Victor Ekwealor.
“Lagos is toxic.”
People say this everyday in different ways, mediums, languages and actions. But honestly, there is no better and more concise way to say it than to just say it. Lagos is toxic. Full stop.
If they’re being truthful, everyone that has experienced this city to whatever degree will not disagree.
I never believed a time would come when I’ll actively beg people away from Lagos.
“Please don’t come. It’s all hype, nothing is worth the toxicity.”
I have become something of an anti-Lagos advocate. Not in the literal meaning of the word, but in trying to save people from jumping into the mess.
Some people go from disbelief to outright shock when they experience the madness.
“Why are there so many people? Are they fighting there? Is this how everyday is around here?”
Are among some of the common questions these newbies ask. Then slow acceptance follows;
“But why is it so bad?”
Wrong question. Why shouldn’t it be so bad?
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