A young Nigerian woman, identified as Comfort Emmanson, has sparked public debate after she revealed her experience with men who promised her monetary gifts on social media but allegedly insisted she meet them in hotel rooms to collect the assistance.
The viral appeal, which surfaced online on Tuesday, quoted Emmanson saying:
“Men who promised me monetary gifts on social media are asking me to meet them in hotel rooms to collect it. Do I have to come to a hotel room before you help me? Dear men, please do better!”
Her statement has since gone viral, attracting mixed reactions from Nigerians. While many sympathized with her, condemning predatory behaviors disguised as generosity, others questioned the culture of online financial promises and the expectations surrounding them.
Women’s rights advocates described the incident as a stark reminder of the growing trend of transactional exploitation on social media, where vulnerable women are pressured into compromising situations in exchange for help.
Some commentators called for more awareness campaigns on digital safety and dignity, urging young women to avoid falling victim to unsolicited offers that come with hidden conditions.
Analysts note that Emmanson’s viral outcry highlights a deeper societal issue — the intersection of economic hardship, gender inequality, and online exploitation. With many Nigerians, especially women, turning to social media for opportunities and support, experts warn that predators are increasingly exploiting this vulnerability.
Civil society groups have urged authorities to take a stronger stance against cyber exploitation, harassment, and coercion, stressing that financial assistance should never come at the cost of one’s safety or dignity.
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