Living in Nigeria is knowing the right people — or the right plugs — who wield the right amount of power and influence. They always come through for you in the seemingly small things, but their overall impact on your stress levels and comfort? That’s immeasurable.
If you’re Nigerian, a “plug” has definitely been useful to you in at least one of the following situations:
1. The local restaurant server who always serves you generous portions
The transaction is simple. They see you, barely acknowledge you, then get to business. In the end, you leave with a pack of food that feels heavier than it should be. In the end, you leave with a pack of food that feels heavier than it should be. While other customers get the standard measure, your plug makes sure you believe in grace. Knowing the right people >>>
2. The Bureau De Change vendor who gives you the best rates
It’s a huge flex to have this kind of plug. Until it happens to you, you don’t know how great it feels to save a significant chunk of money on these transactions. You walk past the haggling masses, exchange your funds with a quiet handshake, and feel like you’ve just unlocked a cheat code for the Nigerian economy.
3. The classmate who diligently saves you a seat, no matter the conditions
You know how it goes. You send them a text or make a call, informing them you’re on your way, and they take it from there. You arrive at the packed lecture hall, and a seat — sometimes even two, for your bag — is waiting for you
4. The store owner who adds something to your purchase free of charge
It’s almost like they’re giving you a loyalty reward for surviving in Nigeria. You leave their stall feeling like you just won the lottery, all because they slipped you two extra seasoning cubes. Maybe that’s why you go back.
5. The POS merchant who saves you a trip to the ATM
Don’t lie, when was the last time you joined a long ATM queue? That’s for suckers, thanks to the trusted POS kiosk on your street.
Your plug always has cash, doesn’t claim the machine is “offline,” and has a service charge that feels almost reasonable. A genuine lifesaver.
6. The Mechanic Who Doesn’t Give You An Unexpected, Life-Altering Bill
This plug is your personal saviour. They speak the secret language of your engine, actually diagnose the problem, and give you a quote that doesn’t require you to sell a kidney.
7. The Fuel Attendant Who Actually Sells You Fuel When There’s a Scarcity
While every other station has a chaotic crowd and attendants shaking their heads, your plug sees you, gives you a secret signal, and directs you to a pump they just “saved” for you. They make you feel like you’re God’s favourite.
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