“This Akara Go Cost O”: Slay Queen Wears Hot Gown to Sell Bean Cake By Roadside, Video Stuns Many

A young Nigerian businesswoman has garnered attention for her unique approach to selling Akara
In a video, she challenged the notion that one cannot “slay” while working in the food industry
However, some netizens speculated that her ‘packaging’ might lead to a rise in the price of Akara

A TikTok user with the handle @sexyakarafryer displayed her culinary skills and fashion sense in an unconventional way.

She was dressed in an elegant gown and had a full makeover, posing confidently while frying Akara.

Akara seller slays at her workplace
Photo credit: @sexyakarafryer/TikTok.Source: TikTok

Akara seller challenges stereotype, dresses hot to sell by roadside
According to her, the video aimed to break stereotypes and prove that one can embrace their fashion style regardless of their profession.

“Who said you can’t slay because you sell akara?” she asked.

Reactions as akara seller slays at her workplace
Many praised the akara seller for challenging societal norms and defying expectations.

They commended her for showcasing her resilience and hard work, emphasizing that one’s occupation should not limit their ability to express themselves or feel confident.

@doyin said:

“Love you girl keep going u self be motivation urself.”

@citac commented:


“This girl don Dey take Akara to another level oo. More grace dear.”

@Horlayinkarh reacted:

“Haaaaa akara go dey expensive now. Omo.”

@mhiz Anabel said:

“Make Odogwu see you oh advise me.”

@Aboluwaji’oluwatosin reacted:

“Now akara go cost like yellow plate puff puff.”

@Hair, Facials, Lip and Accessory said:

“Omo! you are Soo proud of your business. Asif you really know you make the best akara!”

@Cake lover said:

“May God bless your hustle.”

@Thatgirlt said;

“Make akara no cost o.”

@Sumaiya reacted:

“You deserve a follow more grace.”

@toluwani said:

“I follow you because of this, God bless your handwork sis.”

@teebago247 reacted:

“You are not there yet love the sky is ur limit smile, hard work pays love u.”

The emotional video showed her customers being served the traditional Nigerian breakfast of pap and Akara. In the video, she poured the pap into a small bucket while the Akara (bean cake) was fried and kept in a sieve. The lady, who works with her mother at their stand, served the pap and Akara to all customers present.

The video has been shared widely on social media, with many people applauding the lady’s beauty. A host of others desired for her to be recognised for her entrepreneurial spirit, as she was tagged as an inspiration to others.