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Propaganda I'm Not Falling For: Living in the Capital is 'Soft and Good'
<p>Welcome back to my series on the "propaganda" I'm just not buying. Today, I'm tackling a common belief I've seen firsthand: the idea that living in the capital city, Abuja, means your life is inherently "soft and good" and free from the usual struggles.</p><p><br/></p><p>This narrative often paints a picture of Abuja as a haven of pristine roads, uninterrupted electricity, and a leisurely pace of life—a stark contrast to the chaotic hustle of other major Nigerian cities. It's a common assumption that if you're a resident of the capital, you must be well-off and immune to the financial and logistical pressures that others face. People outside the city often see Abuja as an elite bubble, a place where success is a given and life is lived on a higher, more comfortable plane.</p><p><br/></p><p>I'm not falling for it. This propaganda glosses over the complex reality of life here. While Abuja certainly has its benefits and a well-developed infrastructure in some areas, it is far from a utopia. The cost of living is notoriously high, often disproportionate to average salaries. Securing affordable housing and managing daily expenses can be a relentless challenge. The city’s quiet, organized exterior often hides a different kind of hustle—a constant pressure to maintain a certain standard of living and to navigate a competitive professional landscape.</p><p><br/></p><p>Just like anywhere else, life in Abuja has its ups and downs. It requires hard work, budgeting, and resilience. The "soft life" propaganda is a myth that dismisses the genuine struggles of its residents and oversimplifies what it takes to thrive here. It's a narrative that looks at the surface and misses the real story of the people who make this city their home.</p>
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