‘Return the Money’: Outrage Trails Alleged Refusal to Refund N141,600

A public appeal has been made to a woman identified as Ene Deborah James over her alleged refusal to return money mistakenly transferred into her bank account.

According to the claim, a sum of N141,600 was erroneously paid into an Opay account bearing the number 8162124458. The sender reportedly contacted the recipient and requested a partial refund of N100,000, allowing her to keep the balance.

However, the woman is alleged to have declined communication and switched off her phone, raising concerns over a possible deliberate attempt to withhold the funds.

The incident is said to have occurred around Goshen Estate in Lekki, where the woman is believed to reside.

The complainant has urged members of the public who may know her to advise her to return the money voluntarily, warning that failure to do so could result in legal action.

Financial experts note that recipients of mistaken transfers are legally and ethically obligated to return such funds, as retaining them may constitute fraud under Nigerian law.

Authorities have not yet confirmed whether an official complaint has been filed regarding the matter.