Queen Thompson, a consumer in Akwa Ibom, has been confirmed as the grand prize winner of Guinness Nigeria's Open For More National Consumer Promotion, taking home a brand-new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado valued at ₦150 million. The prize was officially presented at Guinness Nigeria's headquarters in Ogba, Lagos, where Managing Director and CEO Girish Sharma handed over the keys to the SUV. Thompson's win comes after she was defrauded twice earlier in the year, making her initial reaction to the winning call one of deep suspicion rather than excitement.
A Call She Almost Dismissed
Thompson revealed that when a Guinness representative called to inform her of her win, her first thought was that it might be another scam. Having been a victim of fraud twice in 2026, she had every reason to question the authenticity of the call. However, the news was real, and her winning entry had been submitted weeks earlier during an ordinary outing with friends in Akwa Ibom.
While enjoying a bottle of Guinness Foreign Extra Stout, Thompson noticed the promotional code printed beneath the bottle cap. She entered the code on her phone and continued with her evening, without any grand plan or expectation that the moment would lead anywhere significant. That simple act of participation turned out to be the beginning of a life-changing experience.
Grand Prize Presentation and Campaign Scope
The official prize presentation took place at Guinness Nigeria's headquarters in Ogba, Lagos. Girish Sharma, the Managing Director and CEO, personally presented Thompson with the keys to her new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado. The event marked the culmination of the brand's 10-week Open For More National Consumer Promotion, which was designed to reward consumers across Nigeria for their loyalty.
Thompson was the grand prize winner, but she was not the only beneficiary of the campaign. A total of 1,075 Nigerians won prizes during the promotion. Among them, 75 consumers each received ₦1 million, while another 1,000 winners each took home ₦100,000. The promotion was part of Guinness Nigeria's broader effort to appreciate consumers who continue to choose its brands.
Impact and Lessons from the Win
For Guinness Nigeria, the Open For More promotion served as a way to give back to its consumer base. For the winners, it provided tangible rewards from everyday purchases. For Thompson, the experience transformed her from a skeptical recipient of an unexpected phone call into a verified grand prize winner standing at a formal presentation with the keys to a luxury SUV in her hands.
Thompson's story carries a practical lesson: while it is important to protect oneself, ask questions, and verify unexpected offers, past disappointments should not lead to dismissing every new opportunity as a trap. Her doubts were understandable, but the news could be verified and the prize was real. The promotion has now ended, but her experience serves as a reminder to stay alert, make informed decisions, and give genuine opportunities a chance.
