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When Ant Dey Run: Micro-Resilience Systems From Nigeria's Survival Experts

Mohameen Moshood Bukola

Apr 2, 2025

Mohameen Moshood

Mohameen Moshood

Resilience Anthropologist | Studying Naija survival cultures since 2016 | Creator of No-Be-Small-Ting Field Guide

RESILIENCE ANTHROPOLOGY

"When ant dey run, e get destination"
- Naija Insect Wisdom

Survival Archaeology: The smallest creatures teach the biggest lessons. 3 micro-resilience systems from Nigeria's overlooked experts:

1. "The Bushmeat Trapper's Calendar"

How hunters survive lean seasons:

Rainy Season: Focus on snails (harvest at dawn)
Dry Season: Trap grasscutters (baited cages)
Secret: Rotate hunting grounds to prevent depletion

2. "The Pure Water Seller's Drought Protocol"

Surviving when water becomes scarce:

Phase 1: Hoard 2 weeks' supply before shortages
Phase 2: Switch to coconut water (higher margins)
Phase 3: Become water rationing consultant

Research Insight: Informal sector survivors have 5x more contingency plans than corporate workers (NISER 2024).

3. "The Area Boy Conflict Resolution Algorithm"

How street gangs prevent total chaos:

Rule 1: Never rob on your own turf
Rule 2: 10% "tax" protects businesses from others
Rule 3: Mediate disputes to maintain territory peace

Share Your Micro-Resilience Tactics

"Which small-but-mighty survival trick you don develop? Drop your method!"

🇳🇬 Best submissions enter The Naija Survivalist's Field Manual

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