A Nigerian man, Chukwudi Sunday Ajuro, has publicly called out a woman he met on Facebook who disappeared after he sent her money to cook for him. The woman, who he believed was 'wife material,' stopped responding after receiving a total of N17,000 for various expenses, including food, medication, and cooking supplies.
How the Relationship Unfolded
According to Ajuro, he met the woman on Facebook and was impressed by her, thinking she could be a potential wife. Their interaction began when she told him she was hungry and needed N2,000 to eat. He sent the money. Shortly after, she requested N3,000 to buy medication for an ulcer, which he also sent.
To show her gratitude, the woman offered to visit him and cook a meal as a thank you. Ajuro then transferred N12,000 to cover the cost of cooking ingredients and transportation. However, after receiving this final payment, she ceased all communication.
Evidence Shared Online
Ajuro took to social media to share screenshots of their chats and the bank transaction receipts as evidence of his claims. The transaction receipt shows the name of the receiver as Ugochukwu Okafor. It remains unclear whether the woman provided him with a man's account details to make the payment, or if the Facebook profile is actually a man posing as a woman to defraud unsuspecting men.
The incident highlights the risks of online relationships and the prevalence of scams on social media platforms. Ajuro's post has sparked reactions from netizens, with many expressing sympathy and others cautioning against sending money to people met online.
Impact and Caution
This case serves as a reminder for social media users to be cautious when interacting with strangers online, especially when financial requests are involved. The total amount lost by Ajuro is N17,000, a sum that could be significant for many. The woman's identity remains unknown, and it is uncertain whether any action will be taken against her.
As of the time of this report, there has been no response from the woman or the account holder named in the receipt.
