Why Nigeria Traffic is the Worst on Earth

Описание: Nigeria may be famous for Detty December traffic, but the worst traffic jam in the country’s history wasn’t just about holiday gridlock — it was historic in scale. In this short video, we dive into the legendary 2012 Apapa–Oshodi Expressway traffic nightmare — a 64-kilometer stretch that should take about an hour to drive, but took 12 hours for one foreign visitor because of massive congestion and snarled road conditions.

We explore why Lagos continues to top global traffic congestion lists, how poor infrastructure and heavy port access contribute to long standstills, and what it feels like when a city literally comes to a halt.

🌍 You’ll learn:

How Lagos ranks among the worst cities for traffic globally 👇According to Numbeo’s 2025 Mid-Year Traffic Index, Lagos leads global congestion, with people spending about 70 minutes on a one-way commute — worse than cities like Los Angeles, Delhi, or San Jose. 
How Lagos used to be before it became a megacity burdened by gridlock
Why the Apapa–Oshodi Expressway is so notorious
And how infrastructure challenges keep millions stuck daily

Have you ever been stuck in Lagos traffic for hours? Tell us your longest gridlock story in the comments! 👇

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