“You’re On Coc*ine” — Nigerians Troll Man’s Tweet Claiming ₦2.5m Solar Panels Are Cheap
✍️ By Teju/ February 17, 2026/ 8:59am
Nigerian Twitter is buzzing after a user boldly claimed that solar power is now so affordable that a single person can go fully off-grid with just ₦2.5 million, roughly $1,500. According to the tweet, that amount is enough to eliminate the need for generators, electricity units, or fuel entirely.
As expected, the claim didn’t sit well with many users on the timeline.
Responses were blunt and often savage, with critics questioning the realism of the claim. One user mocked the statement, suggesting the poster had lost touch with reality, while another asked whether he even had ₦2.5 million in his bank account to begin with.
The conversation took a surprising turn when the original poster replied calmly, stating that he no longer had the money, because he had already invested it in solar panels.
The response only fueled the debate further, with Nigerians divided between those who believe solar energy is becoming more accessible and those who insist the costs are still far beyond the reach of the average citizen. This exchange has reignited broader discussions about power supply, cost of living, and whether renewable energy is truly affordable for most Nigerians.
