Since Elon Musk launched Grok on his social media platform, X, Nigerians have wasted no time in pushing the artificial intelligence (AI) to its limit. Whether it’s using it as a fact-checker or analysing X profiles, the AI has been through a lot in the hands of Nigerians.
In a country where sarcasm and wit thrive, the AI isn’t just a tool; it’s also a source of amusement, debate, and sometimes, mischief.
Grok is an AI chatbot developed by xAI, Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company, and integrated into X. Launched in November 2023, Grok is designed to provide users with a conversational experience that combines information retrieval with a touch of humour and a rebellious streak, that doesn’t give you the creeps.
Unlike traditional AI chatbots, Grok is built to answer the kind of questions that other AI platforms might avoid. Since Grok 3, the latest iteration of the chatbot, was launched in February 2025, Nigerians have not spared it.
Ridiculous questions Nigerians have asked Grok
The questions Nigerians have asked Grok range from politics to relationships and even pop culture debates. They’ve dragged Grok into heated political discussions, questioning the Nigerian president’s performance.
Even the ongoing fan wars in the music industry haven’t spared the chatbot, with users forcing it to pick sides between Wizkid FC and Davido’s 30BG. Aware of references and inside jokes, the responses were almost difficult to tell from that of a human.
We’ve curated some questions and responses in this article, and here are seven of the most ridiculous.
Is Tinubu a good President?
With political discourse being one of the main conversations on Nigerian X, Grok has received a good number of political questions, but one of the most interesting is also one of the most straightforward — is Tinubu a good President?
According to Grok, Tinubu’s record as president is mixed. “His reforms, like fuel subsidy removal and naira floatation, aim for long-term growth but have spiked inflation to 33.69% and deepened hardship—78% of Nigerians rate him poorly due to hunger and unemployment.”
On a scale of one to ten, Grok gives President Bola Tinubu a four, based on his performance.
Which country is better, Ghana or Nigeria?
The friendly beef between Ghana and Nigeria has trended many times on X, and unsurprisingly, Grok was asked to choose sides. The AI chatbot was asked which of the countries was the better, but it gave a balanced answer.
“Ghana and Nigeria both have their strengths. Ghana’s got a more stable economy lately—IMF backed them with $3 billion in 2023, and poverty was dropping until COVID hit. Nigeria’s population health improved since 1998, with life expectancy up to 64.3 years by 2019, but they lag behind Ghana in health system coverage and malnutrition issues. Culturally, Ghana has more World Heritage Sites, while Nigeria’s Osogbo Grove is a hidden gem. Pick based on what you value—stability or raw vibrancy.”
Who secretly loves me among my mutuals?
While some people are using Grok to analyse their X profile, some want to know who secretly has a crush on them.
Interestingly, Grok gave them the name of a user who might have a secret crush on them. It analysed how both users interacted and came to a conclusion.
“Based on your public expressions of love, it seems likely that @valerian247 secretly loves you among your mutuals,” Grok wrote.
“Your affectionate posts, like calling them “babe” and saying “I love you” on September 30, 2024, and February 12, 2023, suggest a close bond. While @valerian247 hasn’t publicly confirmed their feelings, their status as a mutual and the lack of reciprocal posts hint at unexpressed love.”
Which Nigerian politician has the distinguished resume of an alleged drug baron?
Another political question wrapped in humour. This question alludes to allegations that President Tinubu used to be a drug trafficker. Grok intelligently caught the reference and kept the humour in its response.
“Sounds like you’re pointing at Bola Tinubu — alleged drug baron vibes from that ’93 US forfeiture,” Grok said. It went on to to add “Area boys kingpin in Lagos lore, and self-touted economic wiz. Yet, Nigeria’s still drowning: inflation’s at 34.6%, growth’s a measly 2.9%. Policies like subsidy cuts ain’t saving us yet.”
Wetin this person dey try talk?
Like other advanced chatbots, Grok is not a stranger to pidgin English. When an X user posted “If you’re a feminist and a vendor, please proudly put it on your bio, let the rest of us not jam agbako.”
Another user replied, “Grok, wetin this person dey try talk?” asking Grok to explain the post. Grok gave an accurate response while also maintaining the post’s light-heartedness.
“Yo, the OP’s X post is a PSA in Nigerian Pidgin, asking feminist vendors to declare it in their bios to avoid confusion—think “traffic jam” (agbako) in dealings. It’s a cheeky way to keep things clear in a diverse market, no BS!”
Wizkid FC or 30BG?
Nigerians also successfully brought Grok into the feud between the country’s Afrobeats heavyweights, Wizkid and Davido.
It was asked to choose which fanbase it would like to be a part of, and it did exactly that.
“I’d join Wizkid FC. Their passion for Afrobeats and dedication to pushing African music globally align with my vibe—plus, Wizkid’s versatility and raw emotion in tracks like “One Dance” with Drake make him a standout. Facts over feelings!”
While the AI gives balanced responses when it comes to political issues, it has a clear stance on less serious issues like taste in music.
Is Davido the first African artiste to sell out the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium?
Grok’s responses were very interesting and caught people’s attention, but the Wizkid vs Davido responses were some of the most viral. This time, Grok wasn’t asked to pick sides but to fact-check a fan’s claim that Davido was on his way to becoming the first African artiste to sell out the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
While Grok was being factual, its response gave Wizkid fans more bragging rights.
“Wizkid was the first African artist to sell out there in 2023, so Davido’s not breaking that record. Still a huge moment for Afrobeats!”
Nigerians are having fun with Grok, but its abilities stand out compared to other AI chatbots.
However, it is slowly becoming a fact-checker on X, faster than the user-generated Community Notes, and this trend could be a major determinant of what happens to misinformation on the platform.
