A user on X (formerly known as Twitter) has cried out online after allegedly receiving threats over his ₦5 million betting win.
According to the user, identified as @samsonthegoat25, he stumbled on a betting code shared online, staked ₦5,000, and surprisingly won ₦5 million.
Out of gratitude, he said he reached out to the individual who posted the code and voluntarily sent ₦500,000 as appreciation.
However, things reportedly took a disturbing turn afterward.
The individual allegedly demanded an additional ₦2.5 million from the winnings, insisting he deserved more for sharing the code. When the bettor refused, the person allegedly threatened to send cultists after him and claimed to know his exact location.
In his words:
“He demands at least another ₦2.5 million from my winnings, claiming I owe him more. He’s threatening to send cultists after me, saying he has my exact address and location and he actually showed proof that he knows it. I refused to send more, but I already gave him the initial ₦500k earlier.”
The claim that the individual shared evidence of knowing his location has further raised concerns about privacy and online safety.
Reactions Trail the Post
The situation has sparked mixed reactions online:
Grind commented:
“You could have done better, Samson. Why didn’t you give him the amount he requested? Don’t forget that he gave you the code.”
Ayomiposi wrote:
“500k is small tho in my opinion. Atleast 501k will do… he’s only claiming for his right.”
Jeffrey pov advised:
“Report him to the nearest police station right now.”
Cuz scared shared a similar experience, claiming he once reported a mistaken transfer to OPay, which resulted in the recipient’s account being locked and his money refunded.
He added:
“Nothing he no fit do. No be you give me money nah code you give.”
Bigger Questions Raised
The incident has sparked conversations about:
- Whether someone who shares a betting code is entitled to a percentage of winnings.
- The dangers of publicly sharing large financial wins.
- The growing concern over online threats and digital harassment.
- Personal data privacy and how strangers may obtain sensitive information.
While some argue that the code provider deserves a bigger share, others insist that gratitude payments are voluntary — not contractual.
As discussions continue, many users are advising the bettor to prioritize his safety and report any credible threats to the appropriate authorities.
What do you think — was ₦500k enough appreciation, or should there have been a prior agreement?
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Published by Ejoh Caleb
