The Art of Being Nigerian

THE ART OF BEING NIGERIAN Warning: Reading this book in public may result in uncontrollable laughter, concerned stares, and strangers asking what's so funny. Reader discretion (and a healthy sense of humor) is advised. Ever wondered how Nigerians can pray like monks in the morning, hustle like Wall Street traders by noon, debate politics like seasoned senators at night-and still find time to dance like pop stars before bed? Ever wondered how an entire nation turns daily power outages into Olympic-level sports? Or how bargaining becomes performance art worthy of standing ovations? Welcome to Nigeria, where survival isn't just necessary-it's stylish. Welcome to The Art of Being Nigerian - asurvival guide, a love letter, and a mirror all rolled into one! In this uproarious, eye-popping satire, Dr. Anne Agi-a lawyer, lecturer, social observer, space law enthusiast (yes, Nigerians are taking over space too)-unmasks the beautiful madness that is being Nigerian. From mastering the noble art of queue-jumping (with dignity), to throwing weddings bigger than royal coronations (on a student budget), this book spills all the hilarious secrets you never knew you needed. Herein, you'll discover: Why Nigerians don't "wait in line" but instead create invisible geometric queuing systems that would baffle NASA engineers.The precise psychological warfare behind adding "small small" to any request to make it impossible to refuseHow Nigerian mothers developed telecommunication abilities that predate mobile phones by centuries ("Just THINKING about misbehaving? She already knows.")The untold economic theories behind Nigerian wedding attendance, where showing up fashionably late is calculated to the mathematical secondWhy "I'm coming" means anything from "I'm leaving", "I'll be there in five minutes" to "I haven't left my house yet and might not today."Part comedy masterclass, part survival guide, "The Art of Being Nigerian"" celebrates a people who've weaponized humor against life's challenges so effectively that even traffic jams become entertainment venues. Whether you're a homesick Nigerian abroad who misses the chaotic symphony of generators after NEPA "takes light," an international reader fascinated by how humans can transform frustration into comedy, or someone planning a visit who needs advanced training in Nigerian-ness, this book is your essential companion. The Art of Being Nigerian will leave you laughing, nodding in awe, and maybe-just maybe-practicing your "na we dey here" swagger in the mirror. BUY NOW and discover why being Nigerian isn't just a nationality-it's a creative superpower that turns everyday existence into art so magnificent it belongs in a museum (preferably one with its own generator). Get ready. Stay ready. Naija no dey carry last. Master the chaos. Wear the crown.

• | Author: Anne Uruegi Agi
• | Publisher: Independently Published
• | Publication Date: Apr 27, 2025
• | Number of Pages: 00778 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-10: NA
• | ISBN-13: 9798281539845