Roadside Roasted Corn Seller Retracts Viral ₦2.5 Million Monthly Income Claim, Begs Nigerians for Forgiveness

The Nigerian roadside roasted corn seller who recently went viral after claiming she earned as much as ₦2.5 million every month from her business has withdrawn the statement, admitting that it was not true.

The woman made the clarification in a follow-up video recorded by TikTok content creator Faith Obieke, whose initial interview with the trader had sparked widespread debate across social media.

In the original viral clip, the trader claimed she generated up to ₦2.5 million monthly from selling roasted corn by the roadside. The revelation stunned many Nigerians, with the video attracting thousands of reactions from people who questioned the authenticity of the claim while others praised the profitability of small-scale businesses.

However, in the new video shared by Faith Obieke, the trader recanted her earlier statement and appealed to Nigerians for forgiveness.

According to her, she has never earned anything close to ₦2.5 million in a month since she started the roasted corn business.

She admitted that the claim she made during the first interview was inaccurate and asked members of the public not to believe the figure she previously mentioned.

The trader also expressed regret over the confusion her statement had caused, saying she felt it was necessary to set the record straight after the video gained widespread attention online.

Her latest revelation has generated fresh reactions on social media, with many Nigerians expressing mixed opinions. While some commended her for admitting the truth and correcting the record, others questioned why the initial claim was made in the first place.

The incident also highlights how viral social media content can quickly influence public perception, especially when it involves claims about income, business success, or financial opportunities. It serves as a reminder for viewers to approach such claims with caution and verify information before accepting it as fact.