Man Shares Unexpected Response He Got from His Uncle After Asking for ₦1.9 Million

A Nigerian man has stirred conversations on X (formally known as Twitter) after sharing the surprising response he received from his uncle when he requested a loan of ₦1.9 million to start a business.

Instead of the huge amount, the uncle decided to take a very different approach.

According to the man, he reached out to his uncle through WhatsApp, explaining his plans and requesting ₦1.9 million in support. However, the uncle’s reaction shocked him and many netizens.

Rather than granting the request, the uncle sent him a transfer of ₦1,900 — a far cry from the amount asked for. Alongside the transfer, the uncle reportedly told him to “find something to eat first, it looks like you’re hungry.”

The uncle’s response has sparked mixed reactions online. While some social media users found it hilarious and called the uncle “a good man” for at least sending something, others argued that it was a subtle way of rejecting an unrealistic financial request.

@sweetie_presh wrote: “Uncle no even reason am twice. He just reduce the figure by 3 zeros 😂.”

@bayyo wrote: “At least he still sent something. Some uncles no go even pick your call.”

Others advised young people to start small and prove seriousness before asking relatives for such large sums.

The viral story has since become a talking point about money, family, and the realities of financial support in Nigeria.

While the man may not have gotten the ₦1.9 million he hoped for, the ₦1,900 and the uncle’s blunt message left many laughing and reflecting on the situation.

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