Nigerians travelling from Sokoto to Lagos tied to luggage in vehicle boot over hike in transport fares

Eric Patrick

A yet-to-be identified Nigerians have been tied to luggage in vehicle boot over hike in transport fares.

The photo, which has since gained public attention, shows the moment some travellers were tied up to some luggage.

According to eyes witnesses who spoke to Thewatch Africa said that the the passengers were unable to pay for themselves and their luggage, so they decided to tie them up in the car boot with their things.

It was gathered that the passengers were travelling from Sokoto to Lagos.

In September, the Thewatch Africa  reported that a yet-to-be identified man was also tied to luggages since he couldn't pay for his transport fare and luggages. 

However, transportation and the cost of Living in Nigeria have put Nigerians in a tight conner.

Many families finds it hard to feed while a lot of businesses have been forced to shutdown.