"N8k for One Bottle of Coke?" – Journalist Pooja Reacts After Shocking Purchase in the US
Sports journalist Pooja has left many Nigerians stunned after revealing that he paid over N8,000 for a single bottle of Coca-Cola during his recent trip to the United States.
"N8k for One Bottle of Coke?" – Journalist Pooja Reacts After Shocking Purchase in the US
Sulaiman "Pooja" Adebayo, a highly popular Nigerian photojournalist, brand influencer, and content writer who is accredited by FIFA, UEFA, and CAF, is no stranger to covering the biggest sporting events on the planet. The well-known figure in the Nigerian sports media space, famous for his pitchside coverage of the Super Eagles and his recent viral commentary from the English Premier League, has now made headlines for something completely unrelated to football. Pooja recently took to social media to reveal that he paid a staggering amount for a single bottle of Coca-Cola while in the United States, sparking widespread reactions from his followers who were left questioning the cost of living abroad. According to him, the price of the soft drink was over N8,000 when converted to naira, a figure that shocked many Nigerians who are used to paying between N300 and N500 for a similar bottle of Coke at home. The revelation has sparked a broader conversation about the cost of living in the US versus Nigeria, with many people pointing out that while the US dollar appears strong, the purchasing power of the naira makes everyday items feel extraordinarily expensive for Nigerians visiting or living abroad. Some social media users have compared the price to what they pay in Nigeria, noting that for N8,000, one could buy several cartons of soft drinks in Lagos or Abuja. Others have pointed out that the price might be location-specific, as prices can vary significantly between cities and states in the US. A few have also joked that Pooja must have bought the Coke at a stadium during a match, where prices are notoriously inflated, but the journalist did not specify the exact location of his purchase. Pooja's experience has resonated with many Nigerians who have traveled abroad and been shocked by the prices of basic items, especially those who are accustomed to the relatively low cost of living in Nigeria. Some shared their own stories of paying exorbitant amounts for things that would be considered cheap in Nigeria, while others noted that the high cost of living is one of the reasons many Nigerians in the diaspora struggle to save money despite earning in dollars. A few have also pointed out that the price might reflect the location where Pooja made the purchase, such as an airport, a hotel, or a tourist area where prices are typically inflated, but the journalist has not clarified whether that was the case.
The journalist has not responded to the various comments and reactions, but his post has certainly given Nigerians something to think about. While the US offers higher wages and more opportunities, the cost of basic items like food and drinks can quickly eat into those earnings. For many Nigerians dreaming of traveling abroad, Pooja's experience serves as a reminder that the grass is not always greener on the other side. If a bottle of Coke costs N8,000, what does that say about the cost of rent, groceries, and other essentials? As Pooja continues his pitchside coverage of top-tier football, his followers will no doubt be paying closer attention to his posts, wondering what other shocking price revelations he might share from his travels.
Source: TrendyBeatz
