Nigerians drown recession sorrows in booze
Bogged down by the effects of recession on critical sectors of the country’ s economy, Nigerians turn to booze for succour, writes GBENGA ADENIJI
The music was deafening. A crowd of alcohol drinkers in cheery discussions populated the beer parlour joint. It was carnival-like with smoked fish, grilled meat and other spiced edibles competing for space across tables. From the urbane to the unsophisticated, the excitement enveloping the rendezvous cast an unmistaken jollity on their faces. For a second, you might be tempted to ask: what recession? Amid the frenzy, 28-year-old Akeem Oladimeji sat on a deserted table, alone, fondling his smartphone. The beer lover and photographer had taken four bottles for the night. He was on the verge of emptying the content of the fifth one when our correspondent nestled to him. Read more...