A Nigerian man has stirred serious conversation online after sharing his experience of buying the same prescription medicine at two different pharmacies in Lagos for prices that were far apart.

According to him, he paid ₦40,000 for the medicine at a pharmacy in Gbagada after rushing someone he described as his 'P man' to the hospital during an emergency.

Following medical tests, the doctor prescribed the drug and referred him to a nearby pharmacy, where he bought it because the situation was urgent and he had little choice.

The following day, while searching for another medicine recommended by a friend on Lagos Island, he saw the same prescription drug and decided to ask for the price.The pharmacist reportedly told him it cost ₦9,500.Out of curiosity, he bought another pack and later compared both products.

He said he scanned the QR codes on the two packs and found that they came from the same manufacturer with matching details, leading him to question why there was such a large difference in price.

The man stressed that his intention was not to accuse or damage the reputation of the pharmaceutical company but to draw attention to what he believes is unfair pricing by some pharmacies.He argued that medicines are essential products that people often need during emergencies and should not be treated like luxury items.

His video has since generated widespread reactions, with many Nigerians sharing similar experiences of paying very different prices for the same medicines.

While experts note that medicine prices may vary because of procurement costs, operating expenses, location and supplier pricing, they also encourage patients to buy only from licensed pharmacies and compare prices where possible before making a purchase.