A Nigerian gold vendor has sparked reactions online after recounting how she was allegedly arrested by police over a ₦24 million transaction linked to a suspected scam.
The video, shared on social media, shows her narrating how fraudsters reportedly use legitimate business accounts to carry out fraudulent deals.
How the Transaction Began
According to the vendor, a customer contacted her business to purchase a 100-gram, 24-karat gold bar valued at ₦24 million.
She explained that such items are usually pre-ordered due to their high cost, and after processing the request, the gold was delivered to Benin as instructed.
She added that the customer provided a name, phone number, and other details, which matched the name used for the payment—something she said later worked in her favour.
Unexpected Twist After Delivery
Days after the shipment, the situation reportedly took a turn when another woman reached out, claiming she had transferred ₦24 million for hair products, not gold.
The woman allegedly discovered the vendor’s identity after searching the account name online and tracing it back to her business.
Police Arrest and Legal Battle
Following the complaint, the vendor said police officers were brought to her shop, leading to her arrest and interrogation.
Narrating her experience, she said: “Just coming from police station… I almost paid ₦24 million I didn’t chop. A customer reached out to us that they want to buy gold bar, 24 karat, 100 grams — ₦24 million. We processed it and delivered.
After some days, another woman said she sent ₦24 million for hair and traced the account to me. They brought police to my shop, they arrested me. I called my lawyer immediately.
The name on the receipt is the same name I used on my invoice. That is what saved me.
These people are scammers. They will use your account to collect goods and disappear.
If the name didn’t match, I for return ₦24 million wey I no chop…”
See below;
A lady narrates a new scam tactic that almost got her locked up after she received 24 million for a gold carat and delivered it to the supposed owner. 😱🙆🏼 This is crazy. pic.twitter.com/lsx3qiJLrb
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