A man identified as @oluwakso on X (formerly Twitter) has sparked conversations online after revealing the surprising balance he discovered in his Nigerian bank account after travelling to the United Kingdom.
In a post that quickly went viral, the man explained that he had left ₦5,000 in his Nigerian account before leaving the country. However, when he later checked the account, the balance had dropped drastically to ₦500.
According to him, he had also left some money in his UK bank account for several months, but not even £1 had been deducted during that period.
The contrast between both experiences left him questioning how banks in the UK generate profit compared to banks in Nigeria.
“I left ₦5,000 in my Nigerian bank account before leaving Nigeria. Today the account is ₦500. Meanwhile in the UK, I have left money in my account for months and not even £1 has been deducted. It makes me wonder how do banks here make profit compared to Nigeria 🇳🇬?” he wrote.
Although the tweet did not reveal the name of the Nigerian bank involved, it quickly attracted attention online and has since gathered over 100,000 views, with many users sharing their opinions on banking charges.
Reactions trailing the post
Dinoh remarked:
“Seems this our post is gaining attention oooo, nah every minute I Dey get like on my reply, I need more likes guys.”
Oye Dollar suggested:
“Use your @ bruh. Let’s know the useless bank.”
Calipopo stated:
“Nigerian banks are profit-oriented and their charges appear to be both arbitrary and full of uncertainties while banks in the western world are service oriented and so they derive joy in seeing that they have served you well. Their charges are minimal, streamlined and clear to both the banks and the customers.”
Favour added humorously:
“Chai If say na @OPay_NG you leave that kind amount, you for don dey celebrate being a millionaire 🤣🤣🤣.”
The discussion has continued to generate debate online, with many Nigerians sharing similar experiences about bank charges and deductions.
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Published by Ejoh Caleb
