Dino Melaye mocks Naira: “All these denominations can’t buy chicken”
Former Nigerian lawmaker Dino Melaye has stirred reactions after mocking the current state of the Nigerian naira in a recent social media post.
The senator merged all denominations of Nigerian currency while humorously claiming that “all the denominations put together can’t buy a single chicken this December.”
Melaye, known for his outspoken and often controversial statements, took to his official X (formerly Twitter) handle to share his opinion amid the inflation and the devaluation of the naira.
His statement, delivered with a touch of sarcasm, resonated with many Nigerians who are feeling the effects of rising prices during the festive season, especially the upcoming Christmas and New Year celebrations.
The senator’s post highlighted the struggles faced by the average Nigerian as food prices, including the cost of basic items like chicken, have skyrocketed. His tweet in a disguised approach pointed out the absurdity of the situation, where a large sum of naira is no longer sufficient to purchase essential goods.
Melaye’s tweet has ignited mixed reactions, with some Nigerians agreeing with the senator’s message. “It’s not funny anymore,” a social media user said. “T-Pain wants to finish us in this country,” another follower responded. “Nobody will eat chicken this year Christmas and New Year oo,” a social media user said.
“Many Nigerians are finding it hard to feed their families. We need more than jokes; we need real solutions.” Meanwhile, others saw the humor as a coping mechanism for dealing with the seemingly insurmountable challenges, with many supporting Melaye’s sarcastic take on a grim reality.
