Nigerians are everywhere, you’ll find us in London, Toronto, Dubai, Sydney, even the North Pole (probably)! And every day, more Nigerians are jetting off to new destinations in search of better opportunities, adventure, or simply “japa-ing” for greener pastures.
But before you go and enter trouble you didn’t budget for, let’s talk about some of the wildest, most mind-blowing laws from around the world.
These laws will make you ask: Who sat down and thought this was a good idea?!
You don’t want to land in a foreign country and carry embarrassment for Nigeria, so take notes!
1. Don’t Mess with the Pigeons – (Italy)
In Venice, feeding pigeons is illegal! Why? Because these seemingly harmless birds are notorious for damaging the historic architecture.
If you’re caught offering breadcrumbs to a pigeon, you could face a hefty fine, as in police can arrest you because of casually feeding a bird oo.
Imagine dodging police just for feeding a bird or even getting deported! Now that’s wild.
When your mother asks you why you were deported, how would you tell her it was because of a pigeon!
2. No Sleeping with Your Shoes On – (North Dakota, USA)
It’s illegal to fall asleep while wearing your shoes in North Dakota.
The reason? Honestly, nobody knows! It might have started as a way to prevent drunken cowboys from passing out fully dressed.
Either way, sleep responsibly, my friend.
Have your shoes on at all times, no lose guard!
3. Cows Need Permission to Roam – (Scotland)
In Scotland, you must ask for permission before your cow crosses the street.
That’s right! if your cow is strolling outside your farmland, it better have legal approval.
imagine filing paperwork for your goat before it takes a walk!
Herdsmen in Nigeria cannot stand for this outrageous law! what do you mean by cows cannot walk freely or eat from any farm they choose? abomination!
well, if you’re planning to live peacefully in Scotland, keep your farm animals in check!
4. Don’t Forget to Smile – (Milan, Italy)
Imagine waking up in a bad mood, stepping outside, and boom, you’re breaking the law!
In Milan, it’s illegal not to smile unless you’re at a funeral or hospital.
Carry your bad temper and mood swings one side because in Milan, they no too send you.
Just shine your 32, and you’ll be alright.
This was originally an old regulation meant to promote positivity, but it’s rarely enforced today.
Nigerians would struggle with this.
Have you ever tried forcing a smile in Lagos traffic?
5. No Farting in Public – (Florida, USA)
Yes, you read that right. In Florida, passing wind in public after 6 PM on Thursdays is technically illegal.
Oh, we absolutely love this law! Like 20 Nigerians would definitely be going to jail, because this is a normal act. Fart and act like you did nothing! Ah God will judge all of you.
This law is regarded as one of the strangest laws in the world.
We can only imagine what nasty mess prompted this law.
if you ever find yourself in Florida on a Thursday evening… better hold it in and respect yourself.
If you’re traveling soon, do your research! Don’t go and collect fine or embarrass Nigeria because of one funny law.
