A Nigerian man has sparked reactions online after sharing how a seemingly simple act of kindness turned sour when he tried to recover ₦5,000 he had lent to an ex-colleague.
According to the man, identified on X as @TheMrBachelor, his former colleague had reached out requesting ₦5,000 to buy urgent medication for his child.
Moved by the situation, he sent the money immediately and even told the colleague not to worry too much about paying it back, despite the colleague’s promise to refund him once salaries were paid.
However, payday came and went without any repayment or communication.
After sending a text message that went unanswered, the man decided to place a phone call. While waiting for a response, he reportedly came across his ex-colleague’s WhatsApp status, which featured photos of a newly purchased customized phone case.
Feeling disappointed, he sent another message requesting his money back, only to receive a response that caught him off guard.
Sharing the exchange, he wrote:
“When I finally lost my patience and sent a direct text asking for my money, they replied within two minutes: ‘Ah, chief, so because of ordinary ₦5,000 you are calling me repeatedly and blocking my line? I didn’t know you were this desperate. Send your account details, let me pay you so I can rest.’”
The post quickly gained attention, with many social media users criticizing the colleague’s attitude and discussing the challenges of lending money to friends, relatives, and acquaintances.
Reactions From Social Media Users
Future Billionaire remarked:
“Don’t worry, they will still come back next time to ask you for favours, then you will remind them of this day.”
Emily stated:
“These people go still come back for another emergency like nothing happen. Ungrateful plenty for this Naija.”
Tcee wrote:
“My way is this, I give you what I can forfeit. I won’t even call you. But you dare not call me next time.”
Ezeugo added:
“Same ordinary 5k they couldn’t provide themselves, ungrateful lots.”
Chuks: “The moment someone starts calling your money ‘ordinary’, that’s when you know they never intended to pay on time.”
Mariam: “People will ignore repayment reminders for weeks but reply instantly when they feel offended.”
Kelvin: “A borrowed debt is small until it’s time to return it.”
Amaka: “The issue is not the ₦5,000; it’s the lack of honesty and appreciation.”
Bayo: “If you can buy accessories and post them online, at least communicate with the person you owe.”
Precious: “This is why many people now avoid lending money. One favour can destroy a relationship.”
Uche: “The lender became the bad person simply for asking for his own money back. Classic.”
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Published by Ejoh Caleb
