A Lagos man has sparked laughter and commiseration online after sharing his morning nightmare commuting story, leaving home bright and early at 5:57AM—only to discover the city’s roads already gridlocked.
“No wonder people say Lagos never sleeps!” he exclaimed, capturing the chaotic reality of Nigeria’s busiest metropolis. His post quickly went viral, with thousands relating to the daily struggle of beating traffic in Africa’s economic hub.
Netizens flooded social media with memes, advice, and personal horror stories, turning one man’s early-morning frustration into a nationwide conversation about traffic, time management, and Lagos life.
For Lagos commuters, this story is a familiar nightmare: the earlier you leave, the worse the jam seems—a reality that continues to test patience and sanity daily.
