A Nigerian woman who stole bone straight and pixie wigs valued at approximately ₦300,000 from a shop was caught on CCTV and forced to leave her mobile phone as collateral until she repays the full amount.
The incident was brought to public attention after a video surfaced showing the woman confronted by several people demanding to know how she planned to make restitution. Following the confrontation, a follow-up video showed the stolen wigs being returned to her as she explained her intention to use her phone as security until the debt is cleared.
The case has sparked widespread online discussion, with many weighing in on the method used to handle the situation. Some argue that holding the woman’s phone as collateral is unnecessary and that she should instead face formal legal action. Others believe the approach serves as a practical way to ensure repayment without escalating the matter further.
The incident has highlighted ongoing debates about justice for petty theft in Nigeria and the best ways to balance accountability with fairness. For now, the woman remains responsible for paying back the cost of the stolen items while her phone remains in the hands of the shop or community representatives.
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So she agrees to drop her phone until she pays for the items she allegedly stole. Fair or nah ? 🧎🏻♂️➡️💔 pic.twitter.com/cDG68DmUo7
— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) May 28, 2025
Source: NewsandVibes.com