A Nigerian pastor and his wife have come under heavy criticism after it was revealed that they allegedly squandered around ₦5 million that was generously donated by Nigerians to fund their daughter’s surgery within a span of two months, without providing a clear explanation regarding how the funds were spent.
The shocking revelation was made public through a viral video that surfaced on the popular social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, and has sparked widespread outrage. In the video, a man, who was seemingly responsible for coordinating the fundraising campaign, interviewed the pastor and his wife to discuss the issue. He disclosed that numerous individuals had contributed a substantial sum of approximately ₦5 million to help the couple afford the urgent surgery their daughter desperately needed.
However, the pastor’s wife made an astonishing admission during the interview. She revealed that the donated funds had already been spent, with no remaining balance, and that the surgery had yet to be performed. This admission has left many viewers deeply shocked and confused, given the gravity of the situation. The video, which has since gone viral, continues to draw reactions from Nigerians, who are upset by the couple’s apparent misuse of the contributions.
The incident has led to widespread disapproval from social media users, with many expressing their disappointment and outrage in the comment section. Some people have even raised suspicions about the couple's intentions, suggesting that the money may have been misappropriated for personal gain rather than for the intended purpose of the surgery. Others have pointed to the wife’s apparent reluctance to let the man continue speaking during the interview, fueling further concerns that the full truth may be hidden from the public. Many have even speculated that the couple might have used the money to fund other activities, possibly unrelated to their daughter’s well-being.
Here are some of the reactions that have flooded social media in response to the situation:
@adeniyishipson: “They spent the money and believing God will do a miracle.”
@popsytiana: “I don’t know wat to say … but something is wrong with both husband and wife mentally.”
@dabonelesshuman: “This people need to be investigated very well about how dey spend the money…see how she stopped the man from talking…they are hiding something or believe if dey say they have spent all the money, people would contribute more for them.”
@Jonneto2: “It’s a lie. They still have some of the money. You need to do some investigations.”
@tittataiwo: “Looking at these ingrates, I see no changes despite spending such a huge amount. It seems they are either using the money to build the business they believe in so much than the live of their child, ‘the church,’ or perhaps used it to acquire some equipment. I think.”
@afolagbenga: “It’s more than meets the eye, I can’t see anything they have spent the money on. It’s likely they have one spiritual father that collected the money from them and told them he will heal the child.”[/b]
@CFCGbemi: “Won’t be surprised if they spend the money on trying to build a house.”[/b]
@Iamchibyk: “Just imagine……. They squandered the money while believing God for a miracle.”[/b]
@mosopeSZN: “Squandered it in 2 months. What a shame. We are truly a reflection of our leaders.”[/b]
@ruleyourspace: “They must print their account statement to check the balance. If any contribution will be made for the child again, it must be direct to an account created in her name with different trustees not related to her but recognized under oath. Make Payment direct to the hospital.”[/b]
@Jdadi_: “The woman is the architect of the spending, you can’t even see a sign of lavish spending on them or the kid. What they did with the money needs to be established.”[/b]
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[/b]They contributed 5m for this family to help them with their daughter’s surgery.And they mismanaged the whole funds. I’m livid🤦🏽♂️ pic.twitter.com/I4rwfvBpAG
— OluwaFifehanmi❤️ D’lone wolf (@afia_visuals) January 18, 2025
