Man uses ₦1.8 million contributed by friends for his sister’s life-saving surgery to gamble
A social media post shared by a man on X has sparked serious conversations about trust, addiction, and responsibility within close social circles.
The post recounts how a fundraising effort meant to save a young woman’s life was nearly destroyed by a friend’s gambling addiction, leaving many shocked and betrayed.
Fund Meant for Surgery Lost to Gambling
According to the account, the group raised ₦1,850,000 last year for a friend’s sister who urgently needed a medical operation to survive.
Instead of safeguarding the money, the man allegedly gambled the entire amount, putting his sister’s life at immediate risk.
When the truth emerged, the writer said the reaction went beyond anger, describing it as deep heartbreak and disbelief.
Legal Action and Collective Rescue
The group reportedly tracked the man down, arrested him, and took the matter to court over the lost funds.
Despite the betrayal, they refused to let an innocent girl suffer for someone else’s addiction.
They came together again, raised the money afresh, and ensured the young woman received the required operation.
She survived after getting the treatment, according to the post.
Warning on Gambling Addiction
The writer ended with a strong warning, saying gambling addiction destroys more than money.
He stressed that it breaks trust, damages families, and can cost lives if left unchecked.
The post has since drawn reactions online, with many calling for more awareness and support for addiction-related problems.
