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A man has reportedly lost N130,000 after a woman he met on an app allegedly asked him for money to prepare for a private outing, only to block him after receiving additional funds.
According to the account shared online, the man invited the woman to spend time with him at an apartment. Before coming, she reportedly told him she needed N85,000 for her hair, lashes and clothes.
The man allegedly sent N100,000 to cover the requested expenses.
Woman allegedly asks for extra N30,000
The situation reportedly took another turn the following day when the woman told the man that her hairstylist had increased the price for her hair.
She then allegedly requested an additional N30,000 from him.
According to the account, the man sent the extra money, bringing the total amount he had transferred to N130,000.
However, after receiving the additional payment, the woman allegedly blocked the man, cutting off communication between them.
Story sparks reactions online
The incident has triggered reactions from social media users, with many questioning the circumstances surrounding the transactions and the decision to send additional money before meeting in person.
The story has also renewed online conversations about meeting people through dating and social apps, financial expectations and the risks of sending money to people before establishing trust.
No further information was provided about the identity of either person or whether the man was able to recover the money.
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