A Nigerian man who runs a phone-charging shop has sparked a viral reaction on TikTok after filming a humorous video inside his bustling store, arguing that his prayers about NEPA, Nigeria's power authority, can never be the same as those of an average Nigerian. The clip, posted by @charlesbosss, shows the man standing amid shelves packed with wired devices and blinking lights, making a case that his business directly benefits from the country's persistent power supply failures.
Why His NEPA Prayer Points Are Different
Speaking in an informal tone peppered with Pidgin English, the man directed his message at anyone who might share the same prayer points about NEPA with him. His argument was simple: the moment you looked at his shop overflowing with phones and gadgets all plugged in and drawing power, it became obvious that he benefitted from lack of power supply in the area.
"Now which kind prayer where you get concerning NEPA and which kind prayer where you feel me?" he asked, gesturing around at the shelves behind him. The video went viral for its delivery and the relatable frustration Nigerians feel over the country's chronic power supply problems.
Charging Business Thrives on Nigeria's Power Crisis
The video taps into one of the most persistent frustrations in Nigerian daily life. Nigeria's electricity grid has long struggled to meet demand, with millions of households and businesses experiencing prolonged outages on a regular basis. For entrepreneurs like the man in the video, however, that same crisis has created a steady stream of customers who need their phones and devices topped up.
The post has resonated widely on social media, with many users sharing their own experiences of relying on charging shops during blackouts. The shop owner's humorous take on a serious issue has turned his business into a talking point, underscoring how Nigerians adapt to the country's power challenges.
Solar Installer Explains Power Demands of Charging Business
Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that a solar installer, mister6_solar, posted a TikTok video explaining the true power demands of running a phone charging business. He demonstrated that 16 power banks and 9 phones running simultaneously can draw around 300 watts of electricity. This technical insight highlights the practical realities of operating such a business in a country where grid power is unreliable.
The viral video by @charlesbosss, along with the solar installer's explanation, sheds light on the entrepreneurial spirit of Nigerians who turn a national crisis into a livelihood. As the country continues to grapple with power supply issues, businesses like phone-charging shops remain a vital service for millions, and their owners' unique perspectives on NEPA continue to entertain and inform social media audiences.
