Nigerian Describes Ghana As the Most Peaceful Country, Stirs Unexpected Reactions

Nigerian Describes Ghana As the Most Peaceful Country, Stirs Unexpected Reactions

  • A Nigerian living in Ghana stirred massive reactions with his comments on homelessness
  • The Nigerian described Ghana as a peaceful country after he saw some people sleeping by the roadside at night
  • The circumstances he referenced in defining Ghana as peaceful have generated massive reactions online, as people bashed him

A Nigerian living in Ghana has sparked intense online discussion after commenting on the sight of people sleeping by the roadside.

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A Ghana-based Nigerian has shared his diabolical view on Ghanaians sleeping by the roadside. Image credit: Macquarie University
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In a video shared by The State News on X, the man praised Ghana for its peace and tranquillity.

However, his comments were based on his experience seeing several Ghanaians sleeping on the streets of Accra.

“Ghana gives you ultimate peace of mind. You can see how people lie down on the road, sleeping freely because they know they are safe,” he said.

While his words were intended as praise for the country’s peaceful nature, the video has drawn diverse reactions, particularly from citizens and netizens who questioned the interpretation of peace in such circumstances.

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Watch the X video below:

Reactions to Nigerian commending Ghana's peace

YEN.com.gh compiled some of the reactions from social media.

@daniel_young606 wrote:

"Make he no do then invite the bandits here oo."

@therealbee commented:

“The misinterpretation in this video is hilarious… If they had homes, you figure they would sleep there? 😂”

@duah_desmond wrote:

“Homeless people are sleeping outside, and you claim peace of mind?”

@sundae_hotfudge criticised:

“Omg, there’s nothing good about sleeping on the roadside. Stop romanticising nonsense. This is how people come in blind for ‘green pastures’ and end up on the streets too.”

@cynkowalola added:

“But seriously, is the man sleeping? Check, he is lying on a latex foam.”

@nsogbu83320 joked:

“Kyer3 s3 Nigeria dierrrr ade papa bia nni h) eiii 😂.”

@apuss remarked:

“This is supposed to be a good thing?”

The video has triggered widespread debate about the meaning of peace, poverty, and social support structures in Ghana.

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While some focused on controversy, others highlighted positive experiences.

Many visitors and residents, like the Nigerian in the video, have in the past praised Ghana for its vibrant culture, calm environment, and friendliness, despite visible socioeconomic challenges.

Nigerians blast comedian for endorsing Ghana jollof

In another story, YEN.com.gh reported on social media's strong reaction to Nigerian comedian Carter Efe, who endorsed Ghanaian jollof during a visit to Ghana.

Carter Efe shared a photo of himself enjoying the meal, calling it better than Nigerian jollof.

He wrote on X:

“Ghana jollof is the best. Make Nigerians dey play. Make I nor lie, Ghana jollof sweet pass Nigeria jollof ❤️.”

His honest experience sparked backlash from his home country, with his fellow Nigerians blasting him for the "blatant act of disloyalty".

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Veteran Nigerian actor Kevin Ikeduba wears President John Dramani Mahama's campaign shirt in a Nollywood movie. Photo source: John Dramani Mahama, @scorpnewstv/TikTok Source: Facebook
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YEN.com.gh earlier reported on how the President of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, made headlines on Nigerian screens.

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This happened after veteran Nigerian actor Kelvin Ikeduba wore Mahama's famous campaign shirt in a movie.

In a scene from the movie, Kelvin Ikeduba was seen wearing the shirt used by President Mahama, as well as by supporters and officials of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), during the 2024 election campaign season.

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Ruth Sekyi (Entertainment Editor) Ruth Esi Amfua Sekyi is a Human Interest Editor at YEN.com.gh with 4+ years' experience across radio, print, TV, and digital media. She holds a B.A. in Communications (PR) from UNIMAC-IJ. Her media career began at Radio GIJ (campus radio), followed by Prime News Ghana. At InstinctWave, she worked on business content, playing major role in events organized by the company. She also worked with ABC News GH, updating their site, served as Production Assistant. In 2025, Ruth completed the ECOWAS, GIZ, and MFWA Information Integrity training. Email: ruth.sekyi@yen.com.gh