A Nigerian man has appealed for help after claiming he was gifted ₦100,000 by individuals believed to be bandits during a TikTok giveaway, only to later receive demands for ₦100 million.
According to the man, the incident began when he participated in a giveaway on the social media platform and was unexpectedly selected as a recipient of a ₦100,000 cash gift. After sharing his bank account details, the money was allegedly transferred to him.
However, hours after receiving the funds, he said the situation took a disturbing turn when the individuals who sent the money reportedly contacted him and demanded ₦100 million in return.
The man claimed he became frightened after receiving the request and has since sought assistance from authorities and members of the public, expressing concern for his safety.
The unusual development has generated reactions on social media, with many users urging security agencies to investigate the source of the funds and the circumstances surrounding the alleged demand.
As of the time of filing this report, security authorities had not issued an official statement regarding the claim, and the identities of those involved had not been independently verified.
Observers have advised Nigerians to exercise caution when engaging in online giveaways and to avoid sharing personal or financial information with unknown individuals.
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