A Nigerian woman has taken to social media to share a heartbreaking experience after she was duped by an online vendor while attempting to kickstart a bottled water business.
Hoping to sell 45 packs of bottled water and a drum at an event, she reached out to a vendor on X (formerly Twitter), seeking help due to her busy schedule.
She transferred ₦64,750 to complete the purchase. But instead of a successful delivery, she was met with silence — the vendor vanished, blocked her, and failed to deliver any of the goods.
The woman, overwhelmed by shock and betrayal, shared her story to warn others and prevent similar experiences. According to her, the same person remains active on social media, potentially targeting new victims.
Her revelation prompted a wave of support, with many users expressing outrage and recounting their own run-ins with online scams. The incident reignited calls for increased awareness and accountability across online platforms, especially in peer-to-peer transactions.
As stories like hers continue to surface, social media users are urging others to verify vendors thoroughly before making payments — particularly when dealing with unfamiliar individuals online.
Source: NewsandVibes.com
