Two Sides of the Mirror
Different audience in different countries have different expectations of what "rural" and "urban" truly mean. For some people, a rural area may simply mean quieter streets and more trees, while for others, especially here in Nigeria, it may mean poorer infrastructures, clogged drainages with mosquitos flying around due to flood or no power supply in homes. So before choosing where to live, let's a sneak peek on how both worlds actually look like.
I'm currently located in Nigeria and this is a typical rural area:
Source: https://allafrica.com/stories/201404110927.html
and this is an urban area also in Nigeria:
Source: https://allafrica.com/stories/201404110927.html
This is a rural area in America:
Source: https://www.webuildvalue.com/en/reportage/rural-america-revival.html
You can see, it's like comparing day and night.
Rural areas are generally defined as an area of low population density, a strong connection to agriculture, and a lower level of development compared to urban centers. This doesn't sound quite bad right?
Now,
Would I live in a Rural Area if Security or Low income wasn't a Concern?
Honestly, I am someone that loves a serene environment. I really love my peace. A low populated area fits my spec for an habitat, coupled with a strong connection to vegetation where I can get fresh food and clean air. Being able to escape the noise of Urban areas and the bad air from cars and factories is a flex for me. So yes, if security or low income wasn't a barrier I definitely wouldn't mind living in a rural area.
Where the Line gets Drawn
Living in a rural area here usually comes with a long list of challenges that are hard to ignore.
Where the line now gets drawn and I would want to run away from staying in a rural area is the problem of a lower level of development.
In my country Nigeria, living in a rural area means you probably wouldn't have access to power supply. Basic infrastructure like good roads, hospitals, and also stable Internet is lacking. And the most scary of all, you are prone to being attacked or kidnapped because security is less there and also less income, because naturally, jobs in busy City's tend to pay more than the ones in the rural areas.
Conclusion
So while living in a rural area fits my personality and the lifestyle which I admire, the reality or condition of Nigeria makes it complicated to follow that choice.
For now, the hindrance from staying in such a serene environment is the lack of development, the incessant killing and banditry and also the fact that you would grow much faster in your carrier and be opened to a myriad of opportunities if you move to an urbanized area.
So, maybe someday, if Nigeria's rural areas become safe, developed, and reliable. I might pack my bags and go to that peaceful environment I admire. I actually would want to have a quiet life in a quiet place with my family.
But for now, let me keep staying in Lagos. I cannot be climbing the top of the building because I need good network or Internet to work. Lol
Thank you for Reading ❤️ 💯
Rural Life is so sweet and it is a free lifestyle life
Honestly, it is
If only security and the development was a bit s
Rural life is amazing but those constraints are a big challenge that can't be overlooked, I remember I was once posted to work in a village for two years. It was a terrible experience going in search of network or difficulty is seeing a vehicle when you want to leave for the city.
chai, I can't imagine
Even days when light spoils here in urban areas, it feels like hell.
Now imagine it's some peoples reality everyday.
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This network issue of rural area is a big issue. Thanks for sharing.
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