Nigerian Doctor Shares Old Car He Could Afford While Practising Medicine in Nigeria

A Nigerian medical doctor identified as Babatunde has shared a photo of the car he could only afford while working as a doctor in Nigeria, sparking conversations online about the realities of the country’s healthcare system.

The doctor, who is now based in the United Kingdom, recalled a painful experience from years ago when his car broke down along the road in Abeokuta. According to him, some young men driving a Lexus mocked him as he stood under the scorching sun in his work clothes.

Sharing his experience on X on February 17, 2026, he wrote:

“10 years as a Medical Doctor in Nigeria. This is what I could afford. On this particular day some young boys in a Lexus were laughing at me with my tie under the hot sun of Abeokuta,”

He further added:

“There was no way on earth my salary and side hustle could get me another car. We really need to fix Nigeria for Nigerians not just for a few.”