LAGOS, NIGERIA – A Nigerian man has sparked conversations on social media after recounting what he described as one of the most painful experiences of his university days, claiming that a friend he sacrificed for eventually betrayed his trust.
In a post that has since gone viral, the man said he sold his mobile phone to help a close friend pay school fees. According to him, he made the sacrifice willingly and never asked to be repaid because he believed he was helping someone in need.
However, he alleged that events took an unexpected turn after his friend received the money. Rather than using it to continue his education, the friend reportedly spent the funds on clothing and later withdrew from the university that same year.
The man further claimed that before leaving campus for the holiday, the same friend allegedly took away his BlackBerry Curve 7 smartphone without his permission. He said the friend travelled home and never returned to school, adding that he has not heard from him since the incident.
Extra News Nigeria could not independently verify the account, which was shared as a personal experience on social media. The identity of the individual accused was not disclosed, and no official complaint or legal action relating to the allegation was referenced in the post.
The story has generated mixed reactions online. Many users sympathised with the narrator, saying his experience highlights the risks that can come with placing complete trust in others. Others encouraged people to continue helping those in need but advised them to exercise caution and set clear boundaries when offering financial assistance.
Relationship and behavioural experts often note that trust is an important part of friendship, but they also recommend that acts of financial support be approached with honesty, accountability and realistic expectations. They say while many friendships thrive on mutual support, misunderstandings over money can sometimes damage even long-standing relationships.
As the post continues to attract attention, many Nigerians have shared similar experiences involving broken trust and financial sacrifices that did not end as expected. The viral account has also reignited discussions about loyalty, responsibility and the difficult lessons many people learn during their years at higher institutions.
