A Nigerian tricycle (keke) rider has captured the hearts of many after he returned a bag containing ₦4 million to a Cameroonian woman who mistakenly left it in his vehicle.
The incident, which occurred between Aba Main Market and Ariaria International Market in Abia State, was captured in a short video clip that has since gone viral on social media.
According to eyewitnesses, the Cameroonian woman boarded the keke from the popular Aba Main Market and unknowingly left behind a bag containing the large sum of money. Upon discovering the bag, the honest keke rider went back in search of her and eventually found her weeping in the market.
In the emotional video, the woman can be seen breaking down in tears as the keke rider returned her money. Overwhelmed with gratitude, she hugged him tightly while traders and onlookers watched in awe.
The tricycle operator, whose name was not immediately disclosed, revealed that some of his fellow riders mocked him for returning the money, calling him a “fool.” However, he maintained that his conscience would not have allowed him to keep what wasn’t his.
“I just did what I knew was right,” he said in the viral clip. “Some of my colleagues said I’m foolish, but I believe God will bless me more than that money.”
The story has sparked widespread admiration and debate online, with many praising the man’s integrity in a country often plagued by reports of dishonesty and corruption.
Here are some reactions from Facebook users:
The short video clip, now widely shared, continues to generate conversations about honesty, values, and hope for a better society. Many Nigerians are calling for public recognition or a reward to honor the rider’s exceptional act of integrity.
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