Inside Nigeria’s Most Dangerous City 🇳🇬
In this video, I take you deep into the heart of Lagos, Nigeria, to explore the vibrant and bustling Oshodi Market for the very first time! Join me as I dive into the sensory overload of sights, sounds, and smells in this iconic marketplace. Throughout my journey, I encountered this recurring theme of locals' persistently requesting for money. Whether it was a street performer seeking compensation for their talents, vendors hoping for a few extra Naira, or just random passersby blatantly asking for money, the solicitations were constant.
It was a stark reminder of the economic disparities that exist in this dynamic city, and I'll share with you how I navigated these encounters with the utmost respect and understanding. Despite these moments, Lagos stole a piece of my heart with its warmth, resilience, and unwavering spirit. Join me as I navigate through the colorful markets, intense interactions, while immersing myself in the rhythmic beats of Afrobeat music pulsating through the air.
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Chapters,
0:00 Exploring Oshodi market for the first time
2:18 Ms. Kiss Kiss wants to come to England with me
5:03 Woman offers me Nike Air Force 1 with a free dance
10:12 Nice conversation with wonderful locals
12:51 ...which quickly turned really awkward and intense
16:40 Fried Nigeran dough snack vendor gave me dishonest price
20:20 More of the many shops and locals
24:10 Meeting the great Nigerian wizard
26:00 Something unrecorded happened and closing thoughts
#nigeria #nigeriatravel #oshodi #lagos
Am igbo, the lady that sold the shoe never said "this fool is not negotiating" she said "he agreed to the price"
thanks for clearing that out
@@harryjaggardtravel 💯
Edit the video, youre subtitle makes her look bad
@@harryjaggardtravel This is on air already. Next time find a better translator to avoid misconceptions.
Why haven't you edit the video and correct it because now people will watch and think she did when she didn't and then they starts talking bad about her
My stress levels are through the roof watching that
haha thanks brother
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I concur😂
It’s all love though 😀
Do you suffer from anxiety?
Iv'e been to Lagos quite a few times and I have never felt threatned, I found the people extremely helpfull and generally very friendly. I love walking around and I have been to Oshodi Market. As an Oyybo married to a Nigerian woman I have been In Nigeria ioff and on for 25yrs and I can honestly say I really like the place faults and all. Nigeria's greatest asset is it's people. To me Lagos is NOWHERE near as threatning as Johanesberg - now that IS bad.
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Please keep in mind that Oshodi is not an accurate representation of the entire Lagos or Nigeria. Even other Lagosians are cautious when moving through Oshodi.
My exact thought
much love
@@simonozomma2298 but yet you'd be quick to present Banana Island as the accurate representation of Lagos, right ?
@@pietrojenkins6901 More people actually represent Lagos as Makoko than those that represent it as Banana Island. It's not even close. The average neighbourhood in Nigeria looks nothing like Makoko. Makoko is a peculiar neighbourhood, because Lagos is the #1 attractor in the whole of West Africa. More people are pulled there than any other city in West Africa. Makoko is not a representation of Nigeria's poverty, otherwise everywhere in Nigeria would look like that. What it represents is the West African scramble for Lagosian Real Estate. In fact, what a lot of Westerners do not realise is that many of these communities are filled with illegal immigrants (i.e. non Nigerians). Try to go to ANY of these communities, Makoko, Kuramo and tell me you will not hear non Nigerian languages! It IS a misrepresentation of Nigeria. The Nigerian government is just usually relaxed on illegal migration. The average place in South Western Nigeria and perhaps Nigeria as a whole, looks something like Ibadan. Oshodi itself is not so atypical in built form, but very atypical in population density and activity. Foreigners are NOT drawn to Nigeria as it is everyday, they look for the clickbait. It would be like going to Los Angeles and focusing on Skid Row.
@@pietrojenkins6901 Another interesting fact is that the geographic area of Eti Osa is far bigger than the underdeveloped areas that foreigners fixate on. So funnily enough, areas like Banana Island ARE actually a bigger land mass than areas like Makoko, Ajengule, Kuramo etc. If Nigeria tightened its borders, we wouldn't have as much population density in those small communities.
Harry you are getting very deep in your videos of late. So nice to see these kinda places
Glad you like them!
@@harryjaggardtravelyeh nice job 👍🏼
Most KZheadrs seem to ignore west Africa & just hang around repeatedly in the same old countries , mainly in Asia. So kudos to Harry for being adventurous & doing something different. A country with such a big population shouldn't be ignored.
thank you so much, great to hear that you appreciate it
Maybe because Nigeria is not for beginners 🤣 Even pro KZheadrs can't match the energy level on that street. I love that liveliness, I can watch whole day 😁
yeah it's.. different..
Maybe coz also it’s difficult to get there. I’m vlogging around africa and Nigeria is not giving tourist visas to anyone. Must be business visa
he came in Africa for this reason.... africa trend.
I' m off to Nigeria for a month on Monday 29th for a holiday. Can't wait Legend Stout and fresh fish eggusi + banga soup. Try Calabar for a more laid back vibe.
You're braver than I am --- that's my idea of a holiday from hell. 🤣
Stay at Guided Hospitality in Lagos. Safety, security, 24-hour power, great cuisine, the cleanest rooms in the city, and the best views. You won't regret it.
How was your holiday?
Am a Nigerian! Whenever am driving a car along oshodi, all my senses are automatically activated including my 6th sense talkless of walking in that market… brother! You’re so brave. Am sure there was a local escort with you. That’s one rugged area in Lagos state of Nigeria but thanks for exploring and showcasing with an open mind.
thanks a lot for watching
@@harryjaggardtravel DUDE ONLY EXPLORES THE BAD AREAS OF NIGERIA ALSO THE WAY HE ACTS CAUSES PEOPLE TO THROW ROCKS AT HIM. WE HAVE SEEN MANY KZheadRS TRAVEL TO STREET AREAS IN NIGERIA WITH NO PROBLEMS, THEY ALSO TRAVELED TO RICH AREAS OF NIGEIRA. WISH THIS GUY WOULD SHOW THE BAD AREAS DRUG RIDDLED AREAS OF EUROPE WHERE POOR EUROPEANS MOSTLY WITE AREAS SHOW THE WORLD HOW UNDERGROUND EUROPE REALLY IS. HOW CRIME IS PREVELANT CONSTANCTLY. ONLY FEW YOUTBERS AND MEDIA SHOW THAT, MANY LOVE TO TALK ABOUT HOW BAD AFRICA IS.
So we can't do solo travelling there? Am I right?
@@sbnerji12555 Bad idea if you are not a local or, at least Black. Worse, at night!
@@uknowamsaying Not true, Nigerians are more friendly to foreigners, its in our culture to treat visitors better.
Respect and well done for doing this video Harry! It takes a lot to handle this type of travel videos ✊
much love mate
I had a similar market experience in The Gambia 😆 It was crazy but good fun. I love Africa.
LOOOOL Love this video! I miss going to Nigeria for holidays man. You just earned a sub
Boy, you're a brave man . You're dispelling the myth & unfounded fears people hold against Nigeria. Nuff respect. Bless up ❣️
Brave? No, for click/ likes/ monetization.
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You are a such a beautiful person Harry , i LOVE watching you on your adventures. Such a kind soul
i can't repeat that brother. that part had me crying keep it up broski with the good content ‼‼
Wow Harry you keep on surprising me as I have been following you since you had few thousands of subscribers and you're nearly reaching 1.5M now!! I am living in Lagos for the past 6 years and would never imagine myself able to walk in Oshodi Market by myself, kudos to you brother.
These guys would pick the slums and ghettos and portray it to the world as if it is a definition of Lagos or Nigeria and some fools would think that's the real Nigeria. How about the Nigeria they don't see on TV ?
Exactly!! They do this at the expense of perpetuating racism and harmful stereotypes just to make a coin! Why didn’t he have all this energy for India??
Probably the best travel vlogger out there, good banter, no fear and showing different perspectives.
Wow, thank you!
@harryjaggardtravel I watch many travel vloggers and you definitely are the best and by far my favourite 😁 just a beautiful person inside and out. safe travels!! X
Again an excellent video !Thank you Harry !👏
Glad you enjoyed it
This was fascinating to watch, I just love the way you interacted with the people in the market.
Keep up the good work, love the videos. Especially the one in Afghanistan
thanks a lot
Bro you gave love to everyone in Nigeria, and you never mind, GOD bless you ❤ Nigeria love you
Absolutely love watching your videos. Keep it up.. Lots of love and support to you Harry. ❤
thank you mate! cheers!
Thanks, Harry, for showing this side of Nigeria. Now i understand why Nigerian people hustle so much. Even here in the US, we find it here, hustling for money.
Oh fellow Villa fan, subscribed! love the content brother!
Harry thanks for always showing me places with an independent mindset. You seriously have changed my perspective for the better. I am forever grateful for that! -an American
I appreciate that!
The women were in love with Harry 😅 I know they're desperate and needed money, but kudos to their sense of humour.
they were amazing haha
@Harryjaggardtravel I love to watch your vids pls shoutout
So they are in reality just gold diggers ?
@@pietrojenkins6901not in a literal sense. That kind of banter is just a part of their culture….the same way as he’s openly communicating with the infamous Nigerian law enforcement. It’s not to be taken too seriously. I come from both indigenous American and African American backgrounds and flirtatious banner can 100% be the norm - we’re black (although black people aren’t a monolith) this kind of jubilance is just how we interact with each other. Oftentimes laughter can be one of life’s greatest healer, particularly in trying times. I implore you to try not take life so seriously and literally. It robs one of the collective perspectives that can be pretty freeing. It’s a beautiful thing, immersing yourself in other cultures non judgmentally.
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Harry - I enjoy all your videos!! Please be careful around those type of remote areas and don't push your luck in venturing around dangerous locations!! Thank you for sharing your travels!!
thank you so much for the concern, hope you had a great time watching the video!
Was really interested to see this part of Africa so thanks for showing it
There are so many scammers and aggressive beggers but you can also see the kind personalities shine through. You can see the puff puff guy giving you a look and a smile letting you know the other guy was ripping you off. You could tell he felt bad and wanted to give you an honest price. A lot of the other people like the guys at the fabric shop seemed genuinely kind and friendly.
thanks for letting me know, I really appreciate it
King scamming capital of the world 😂😂😂😂
Olodo speaks@@CalvinCooke18
Seriosly those guys sold minerals at 500 naira for u,, that price is too high, lolz the price should be 200 naira
@@franklinchibuike905 lies 250 at 2022 when I traveled to Nigeria
Nice to see you standing your ground Harry
Lovely!! Thank you for the words at the end of the video. 👏... Nigeria is an awesome country... Nigerians are a whole vibe!!! ❤
This is some real journalism. Quite a shift from the other videos. Love it !
Yea real journalism because he was in slum areas?
You are too brave. Love your efforts ❤
Yes, thank you
Great video Harry… love your adventurous spirit.. everything in the video summarize Nigeria… good… bad.. ugly.. great video ❤
🤣🤣🤣🤣
Good he showed nothing good on purpose
Welcome to Nigeria harry. Thanks for coming around…hope to see you around next time brother.😊
Stay safe Harry, best wishes from us all 🤍🙌
Much appreciated
@@harryjaggardtravelif you ever in Lagos again especially on the island I got house for rent $400 a month or euro because I heard you from England I'm a American with property on lekki island
Harry you have became the Oyibo Oyibo in Nigeria 🇳🇬
It’s definitely Scary people over there. Please take care yourself young man. Love yr videos. God bless you …
Thanks, you too!
Scary people is a bit of reach because he also met nice people in the same place, there are good and bad people everywhere and it's maybe inevitable you will meet a couple of bad people if you go to oshodi market even as a Nigerian talk less of being white.
U are a fool for saying that
Scary people ? Are you mad??
You never being to Nigeria
Man, my first time watching your content. I respect your approach to dealing with the people. You understand their plight but aren't a pushover or afraid to interact with them. Respect Harry.
Good video Harry and what you said at the end spot on they not the same
Harry been watching you since u barely had 15k subscribers. Really happy to see your growth. If u ever come to Montreal canada let me know!
wow thanks so much mate, I really appreciate it
I hope he comes to Montreal ❤❤❤❤ He would love it here
@@poppy8810 domo arigato!
@@poppy8810 definitely the best city of Canada!
He'd never find people to flex on there
It’s exciting to see you getting out of your comfort zone to make great content.keep the spirit and sense of humour up as always you do👌❤
Thank you! Will do!
Harry what a superb video mate you have got huge courage for what you do my friend no fear what so ever you are a great talented young man. take great care Harry. Rob from the UK Wales lol
Man honestly you seem like very respectful and open minded person When it would be western documentary they would only show the problems and how the people suffer You talk about the real experience I wish you could make more money with KZhead
Great work sir Harry the way you handle the situation with respect ❤ over the aggresive people you managed very well Take good care always❤
much love
The reaction of the two lady shopkeepers when the random man started to pick up bottles was hilarious 😂😂
Riveting video, Harry. Seemed like a potentially dangerous situation, but you handled it very well. I admire your adventurous spirit! That’s a place I’ll never go, so I can only experience it vicariously through your exploits. Thanks!
thanks mate, I really appreciate it!
This is so much fun. They are very friendly. I just appreciate you for patronizing them. Watching from US.
Why did I feel like you were like a little white rabbit falling into a pack of wolves from the beginning, haha! I'm sorry that you encountered random passers by blatantly asking for money again! Please always remember that the problems they face are the responsibility of their government, not you, you are too kind! Most of us would be very upset when faced with the same problem, but you always protected yourself by remaining calm! This episode makes people understand that wit and humor are good communication tools. In a foreign country, this tool is very important! This is still a very positive episode. Thank you very much for introducing Nigeria, a country we are not familiar with! Thank you also for sharing how you navigated these encounters with the utmost respect and understanding. Well done! 👍🥰👏
Thank you so much for the support Gianni, as always. Nigeria was fun as it was crazy! Truly an attack on all senses 🙏
@@harryjaggardtravel It is my honor to support you, thanks to you too! I think you handled it well, looking forward to more culture shock! Please kindly check the messages I sent to you sometimes. Take good care! Happy travels! 👍🥰🙏
This is totally embarrassing. They got no Respect
Dog the country is in destitute poverty what do you expect. I mean he can't pay 38 cents for sock?
@@killroy9915. But that one there's nothing to do with Tourists. They should behave in a good way
Wow....I luv ur boldness and mindset....I as a Nigerian and a Lagos boy can't try what u just did ....I really got stressed watching...Thanks for coming to Nigeria....🎉
Stressed by your own country ?😮
thanks for watching!
How can you be stress watching this video 😊
The country is messed up for sure..
Why are you thanking him for visiting your country? Y'all are so weird
Seeing this video I can imagine myself being in Harry's shoes and really traveling the spots that are not foreign friendly. I can see the frustration and peoples emotion when talking about their own country. Thanks for the upload and being informed. By the way Harry are you solo traveling for this one?
Love your videos and following you since I saw your nice videos from Afghanistan. Best wishes from Istanbul.
thanks so much!
Great video brother! Nigeria looks like a fun time!
Perfect market video for you Chris 😂
It is, you should go try and visit!
I thought Delhi was an intense place but I couldn't do 2mins there. Sensory overload.
Truly much so! thanks for watching
India and Bangladesh are worse.
😂 have you watched the undercover brother?
Ure brave bro for going deep into the heart of lagos (Oshodi). Even some Lagosians avoid that place. Salud to you. An sorry about your experience it's due to the bad economic Nigerian is facing. On a good note, I'm happy to see Nigerian through your lens since I've been away for 10 years now
I would be so stressed if everyone tryed to talk to me. and its really loud there. nice people for sure but i would take the next taxi to the airport 😂 still nice to see, thanks for sharing !
thanks a lot for watching!
Its a local market ...everyone is trying to sell
Jarry let's come to Peshawar again. Big love 💓
Love your vids Harry you’re literally helping me get through really bad times I appreciate it ❤️ stay safe brother
Glad to hear it ❤️
Great video. Stressful watching, but love your support and kindness.
The guy in the background at the market with the Cleveland Browns jersey on before 3 min. mark. 👍🏻 WOOF WOOF
Happy to see your lips have healed from that grievous injury Harry.😊
very cool, man! Do you need to have some kind of protection, like local guide, there?
Oh my god yr love your patience level i feel like cant breath in this atmosphere btw love n respect from Pakistan ❤
I always hope one day Nigeria gets better 😢😢
I for one will not risk my life - Visiting this country!
haha try it just once mate!
It's beautiful my dear just like u have some hooligans in other country that is how I find some here. God bless Nigeria
I've been
That's a wrong notion. Seeing is believing.
Please DNt come fool
You are really good man ❤
wow thanks a lot
I like the way you ain't visiting the best place but the crowded and slums..it adds to experience
much love mate
Fantastic content keep up the great work
bro got beaten up and thought we wouldn't notice☠
I most certainly wasn't
@@harryjaggardtravel yeah,my bad i didn't see the boxing video. now i saw it
😹😹😹 they would have made a grave mistake if they wipe the floor with him. He's rubbish, talking about they just want my money...
I’m basically from Pakistan 🇵🇰 I have many friends of Nigeria 🇳🇬 very good people because we playing with each other’s football , cricket 🏏 funny people 😂😂 I’m in Cyprus 🇨🇾
thanks for watching!
Where in Cyprus? I'm in Lapta.
You've grown to bigger proportions, when you were here in Manila, your subs were only in the thousands, now, I was surprised in a million already. Good for you, dude. When will you be back here? Cheers.
Wow, Harry. This video felt like a total change up. I loved it. I don't know why, but I was expecting one of the vendors to give you something for free; maybe your past videos have spoiled me. Haha...
27:05 Takes a picture with you and gives you a middle finger handshake!! That idiot pissed me off! Everyone in this video seemed aggressive lol
Don't mind him. Thanks for watching mate
That's the bad condition the Western world has put Africa into,Nigeria is the British government looting company, Burkinafaso, Mali 🇲🇱 and Niger 🇳🇪 are now totally free from the Western coloni Nigeria 🇳🇬 will join soon.
They all speak so aggressively!
And scary thing is they are coming by the boat load into the UK
@@StrawberrySunday212 Yeah! Like the colonialist ancestors.
This was an eye opener 😟
truly!
Awesome video Harry. We want more videos like this.
I will try my best
Harry Potter, that was fast, almost 1.5m subs. I enjoyed watching this vid.
You are very brave Harry for going to those parts of Nigeria, great contents keep up the great work
much love mate, much love!
When people are poor. Trying to survive. And he, as a tourist, asks are you happy in Nigeria.🙈
Brave bloke u are Harry. I'm a Nigerian but wldn't feel safe one bit walking amongst that multitude in such an open marketplace. I left 23 yrs ago & will surely stand out like a thumb, though u stood out much more. U did pretty well also despite all the endless requests for money. It's shameful to see all the desperation but that's the reality of the life of a Nigerian today; desperadoes all of them!
I love ❤ what you did buy going to our market and showing the market women joy.. peace ✌️
Nigeria started as a business, not a country
How?
Nah it's a country but PEOPLE are taking advantage ok ? And now find out WHO'S taking advantage 😊
What type of dr*g are you on?
@@konfidojah-son6906 factanadol and historymectin
Is it true?
Imagine an introvert white man alone on that street 🤣
😂😂😂😂😮
Love you brother.. you're such a good and very energetic person.. i would love to meet you one day.... Be safe and stay healthy brother..
Hi Harry. Love your videos so interesting. Have you traveled all over the world? What is so, good is that you are always so, poetic, funny and polite. Your personality is a talent.🎉😊😉😇🤗
Yes and yes
Harry, you are so brave. Please be carefull. It was scarry to watch but you managed your way through all of it in one piece😮😄👍. Your videos are full of interesting content. You have a way with people & always have a smile on your face. We love you & wish you the very best . Please be careful 🙏🏻❤️🇦🇺.
Thank you, I will ❤️❤️❤️
I went to Gambia and the markets we're exactly the same! It gets a bit much after a while especially when the police are after money of you as well
Respect Harry.Still be careful.
Crazy they throw rocks after you bro, be safe out there. Cheers from Denmark
Harry: What is your dream? Nigerian: I want to leave this country 😂
What did you go to the open market for? You could have purchased all those things anywhere else.
His money his choice his experience his joy and his peace of mind
That lady tried to steal the cash right out of the first shop keeper's hand and went right back to shopping like it was completely normal for both of them. What a culture, what a people.
Even in America the ghetto is no go area. There are many beautiful places to visit in Lagos. Whenever you are traveling get someone to accompany you as a guide. You make good money on KZhead spare it for a guide.
WHAT A NIGHTMARE!
What i got from this video ..is dont stop and talk to any men .
So lucky we are all enjoying this video from our relaxing homes Harry
haha much love mate
My Bangladeshi Helper just brought me my antibiotic to cure me of pneumonia. His care, the video MD, and the medicine is all paid for by our government (USA). I’m thankful.
I glad you translated. You cant imagine living on such a low average wage. It's a pity because the resources are their, waiting to be tapped 😊
You handled evry situation well, good job 👍
Im Nigerian living in Lagos. I never visit such places for fear of being harrassed. They can sniff you out easily if you don't belong to the socio-economic class. You must be the most courageous white man alive. I laughed my head off watching this. Thanks for making my day 😂😂😂
In Nigeria, you look like you're a fan of glue. You are very kind and nice to all the people you meet, you have that quality in you, Harry.❤😊😇
Wow, thank you
Thank you Harry love your videos 100% Best ever 😍