A young Nigerian lady has shared a shocking encounter with a newfound friend who demanded transport fare for their planned hangout, leaving many social media users in disbelief and sparking a debate on what is considered reasonable in friendships.
The story was shared by a TikTok user named Chisom Melisa, who opened up about her experience with a lady she met online. Their frequent chats over time led them to agree on meeting in person for a hangout, which should have been an exciting moment of bonding between friends.
However, things took an unexpected turn when Chisom was left stunned by the request of her new friend. Despite Chisom offering to cover the cost of their drinks, her friend asked for transport fare to get to the venue. This caught Chisom off guard, and she recounted the moment in her video, saying: "I met a girl on TikTok; we were always talking and chatting until we became friends. She always said she was busy with work and suggested we hang out. I agreed and said we should hang out, and I’d pay for the drinks. Then she asked, ‘Hope you will give me transport fare?’ I went numb for a minute. Like, why? I’m already paying for the drinks, and you’re asking for transport fare."
The video has generated a whirlwind of reactions online, with mixed opinions flooding in. Some users sided with Chisom, voicing their disapproval of the friend's request for transport fare, while others were quick to draw comparisons with similar situations where men face similar demands from women in friendships or relationships.
One social media user, @Sugar🌻, reacted to the video by sharing her own story: “She can’t be making this up cos it has happened to me as well but in my case it is ice cream, I got ice cream for myself and her but she said I should buy for her sisters that are at home imagine dat.” This added to the growing conversation about what’s acceptable when it comes to asking for favors in friendships.
Another user, @iamRocky, humorously commented, “Okay u de feel am u don rush com complain… tarrrr go pay tp oooo…. You get luck say she no say make u lodge am.” The comment drew laughter from viewers as they empathized with Chisom’s situation but also made light of how far some people might push in such scenarios.
As the video continues to gain attention, it’s clear that the demand for transport fare is something many people can relate to, whether it’s in a friendship or a relationship. The ongoing reactions highlight how expectations and requests can sometimes cause tension and confusion in social interactions.
Watch the video below to see Chisom’s full story…
@chisommelissa [/p]
– make una epp me judge this ☹️#storytime
♬ original sound – Chisom Melissa
