Nigeria's ongoing nationwide protests have taken a significant toll on the country's economy, with reports indicating a staggering N500 billion loss in daily revenue.

The protests, which began on August 1, 2024, have brought the country to a standstill, with citizens demanding better governance and an end to hardship.

"This is a wake-up call for our leaders," said one protester. "We will not back down until we see real change. The country is suffering, and it's time for those in power to take responsibility."

The protests have sparked a wave of mockery on social media, with netizens ridiculing the government's handling of the situation. "Nigeria, a country where protests are more productive than the government," tweeted one user.

Despite the ridicule, protesters remain resolute. "We are fighting for a better Nigeria," said another protester. "We deserve more than this. We deserve a country that works for everyone, not just the few in power."

The economic loss is a significant blow to Nigeria, which is already struggling with high levels of poverty and unemployment. 

The government has yet to respond to the protests, fueling speculation about its ability to address the country's deepening crises.

As one netizen quipped, "Nigeria's government is like a math problem – it's always subtracting from the people and adding to the problems."

Here are some Netizens reactions: 

@Cej_Tech: The Nigerian economy felt it but Nigerians did not, that means when they weren't losing it, Nigerians were losing it. Therefore let us both lose till both parties decide they don't want to lose any money anymore

@Richeey001: That means on a normal day Nigeria genertes uonto 1 trillion.

See how God wants to punish these old men.

@Daddy_Tweens: So we can generate ₦500b in a single day and people de suffer.

Just look at one of the Ronus mama. Is it fair?

@Obianuju: Yet the citizens no dey see the effect of the N500 billion...

@Onyenazumu: What were they doing with the ones the gained before ?