Singer Chike made headlines last night when he gifted N1 million to a troll who criticized him online.
The controversy began after Chike shared a video on X, where a user claimed that late singer Mohbad was responsible for Chike’s success, stating that without Mohbad, Chike wouldn’t have achieved 40 million views on his music video.
Upset by the comment, Chike responded sharply, criticizing the troll’s manners and suggesting he lacked proper research.
In a surprising twist, Chike offered to gift the troll N1 million but expressed concerns about the troll’s account potentially collapsing under such a large sum. Undeterred, the troll provided his account details, and Chike proceeded to transfer the money.
While some Nigerians were pleasantly surprised by Chike’s unexpected generosity, others questioned the authenticity of the gesture. Critics argued that the move might be a publicity stunt, while supporters praised Chike’s willingness to turn a negative interaction into a positive one.
Chike’s comment, “Hungry boy, go and eat,” added to the mixed reactions, as it implied the troll’s behavior might stem from financial hardship rather than genuine criticism.
