Nigerian Man's Terrifying Snake Encounter in New Apartment
A Nigerian man has taken to social media to share a frightening experience after moving into a new apartment, where he spotted a snake in an unexpected place, leading him to flee in fear. The incident, which occurred on Tuesday night, March 31, 2026, has gone viral, drawing attention to safety concerns in residential areas.
Chude's Frightening Discovery
The man, identified as Chude, posted on X (formerly Twitter) to narrate the scary incident. According to his account, he was about to go to bed when he heard a strange noise coming from the kitchen. Upon investigating, he saw a big black snake rushing into hiding as he approached. Chude expressed his terror, stating that he had been suspicious about the apartment since moving in, and this sighting confirmed his worst fears.
In his X post, he wrote: "I just saw a snake in my house. I was about to sleep when I heard a noise from the kitchen. I quickly went to check what it was, only to find a big black snake rushing into hiding as I approached. I feel so terrified. This has been my worry since I moved into this new apartment and now my instincts have been proven right. My greatest fear has been confirmed. Chai! O ka’m si je!"
In a follow-up video, Chude showed his panic while driving at night, revealing that he had to run away and leave the snake still in the apartment. The post quickly gained traction, amassing over 78,000 views, hundreds of likes and reposts, and more than 260 replies within hours.
Social Media Reactions and Safety Advice
The incident sparked a buzz on social media, with many netizens offering advice and sharing similar concerns. Some of the reactions included:
- @_Anyafulugo commented: "Go lodge. Wanted to say make you carry babe but who carry babe and who snake dey em house na almost the same."
- @EmekaAmakeze questioned: "Hope you have dispatched the reptile?"
- @DozieOfficial1 advised: "Haaa!!!! Stay safe out there! Make sure to fumigate immediately and check all corners of your apartment. Better to be safe than sorry!"
- @FredOnyebuchi stated: "God save you, I just remember that Lady that died of snake bike in Abuja. God abeg o."
- @FadaChristmas_ commented: "Na man you be, snake no fit do anything."
- @Wesley14F wrote: "You have to call for fumigation, but if na me I'm not sleeping in that house this night, stay safe."
These responses highlight the community's concern and the importance of taking immediate safety measures, such as fumigation, to prevent such incidents.
Related Incident: Snakebite Survivor Story
In a similar story, a Nigerian woman recently recounted surviving a snakebite after receiving treatment from a traditional herbalist during a nationwide hospital strike. She was first rushed to UI’s clinic, then taken by ambulance to UCH, where she was treated promptly due to her student status. Her treatment was fully covered by UI’s student insurance, and she spent four days in the hospital recovering from the venom.
This underscores the broader issue of snake encounters in Nigeria and the need for accessible healthcare and preventive measures in residential areas.
The incident serves as a reminder for tenants and homeowners to conduct thorough inspections and take proactive steps to ensure their living spaces are safe from wildlife intrusions.
