A local resident of Delta State, Nigeria, has sparked online controversy after using TikTok to expose the poor state of Shell Road in Sapele.
In the viral video seen by SEVANEWS on Sunday, the individual compared the frequently flooded road to a “swimming pool,” drawing attention to the infrastructure challenges faced by the community.
Instead of addressing the deteriorating road conditions, the state government reportedly responded by dispatching undercover security agents to apprehend the individual.
The move has been met with public criticism, with many questioning the government’s priorities.
Critics argue that repairing the damaged roads would garner praise and address the root of the problem, rather than punishing citizens for speaking out.
This incident has reignited the debate over infrastructure development in the region, with many calling for a shift in focus from silencing citizens to making meaningful improvements to public facilities.
