My Story

As I sat close to the window of the airplane, tears of joy streamed down my face. I've been with this company for years, and I never expected one of the best birthday gifts ever, an all-expense-paid trip to a new country on the African continent. Flying outside Nigeria, not just to any country, but to an entirely new one, seemed too good to be true.

I wondered what this new country would look like. My boss described it as a second heaven on Earth, he said that crypto was the only accepted currency, and I could even withdraw crypto from ATMs. It sounded palatable, but I couldn't quite believe it.

The plane landed swiftly, and my appointed assistant, a fellow employee managing the company in this new country, was ready to take me to my room. As we drove to the hotel, I couldn't believe my eyes. The streets were impeccably clean, transparent, with towering crystal buildings featuring images of people addressing citizens.

Upon entering the hotel, my assistant spoke to the receptionist, and within moments, two keys were handed over. She explained that reservations had already been made, and since they used blockchain to store data, accessing details was a breeze.

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We later came down to eat, and we were served such a delicious meal that I had never seen before. The whole experience was so new to me as it was my first time traveling out, and I didn't want people to notice. While eating, I observed how the restaurant operates. The payment system was so effective they used crypto to make payments, and they had no network glitches. They also had a few robots working alongside humans to ensure fast attendance.

After the meal, I experienced a stomach upset due to the new environment. I suggested a nearby pharmacy instead of a hospital to save time, considering my experiences in Nigeria. However, my assistant insisted on seeing a doctor. To my surprise It was the opposite of what I expected.

The clinic had numerous specialists, and the process was streamlined. Registration using the blockchain system facilitated quick access to doctors and efficient record-keeping.

While driving back, my assistant explained how secure the country was. She told me about the last election, how she went out looking for polling units but was told that everyone votes using blockchain technology so you don't need to leave your house.

Also, no two individuals can be seen arguing over a property because before you buy any real estate property, an agreement must be signed using a smart contract built on the blockchain technology that ensures transparency, credibility, and immutability.

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The school system was totally off; students wrote their exams online, and their results were seen and uploaded immediately, creating no room for mutability and any sort of corruption.

We explored various fun places – the pool, clubs, park, beach, all impressively organized and transparent.

After this unforgettable experience, I hesitated to return to Nigeria. I pleaded with my boss for more time, but duty called, and reluctantly, I had to go.

This story is a product of my imagination, but before you call me crazy, just know that this is a vision I believe would become a reality in Nigeria soon, so while we wait, enjoy more stories from Lauretta, your content chef.