"Genuine Life": Woman Gives N10,000 to Good Driver Who Asked for Only N2,500 Despite Fuel Hike

• A woman booked a ride with a friendly driver who was going through a hard time
• She tipped him N10,000 for a N2500 ride, and he was moved to tears and thanked her
• The driver’s wife called her the next day and also thanked her for her kindness and generosity

A woman based in Port Harcourt shared her emotional experience with a driver who was going through a hard time.

The woman, identified as Chukwudi Mmesoma on Facebook, booked a ride from a park to her destination in a clean white Toyota Rav 4 car.

The driver, a man in his mid-50s, was courteous and friendly. He put on the AC for the rider despite the fuel price increase and even suggested a place where she could get some food.

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The driver waited patiently for Mmesoma for about 30 minutes while she bought her food.

However, she noticed that the driver would occasionally shout, as if he remembered something tragic, and then apologise immediately.

Moved by the driver's situation

Mmesoma said she felt sorry for him but did not pry into his matter.

When they arrived at the destination, the driver checked the price, which was N2500.

The woman decided to tip him generously and sent him N10,000 instead.

The driver was so shocked and overwhelmed by the gesture that he was moved to tears.

The following day, the woman received a call from the driver’s wife, who thanked her profusely for her kindness and generosity.

Wife's appreciation

She said that her husband had come home and told her everything. She said that they were struggling financially and emotionally due to the fuel hike and other challenges they faced.

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She said that the extra money had made a huge difference for them and that they were grateful for her compassion.

Find the Facebook post here

Legit.ng compiled some of the reactions the woman's post below:

Maryann Obiageli Azubuike reacted:

"So beautiful whenever you touch a genuine life."

Dike Julia said:

"I will show kindness today and always."

Chinyere Paul wrote:

"People are really going through alot. It shall be well. Thanks for your kind heart."

Cyndy's Blog said:

"Sincerely people are going through a lot in my country 9ja but hang on there,all will be well."

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Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that Beautiful pre-wedding photos of a Nigerian lady and a Bolt driver have gone viral on social media.

The bride-to-be, identified as Omolayoeni, booked a ride with the driver two years ago.

During the ride, she thought the driver was really cute, so she sent a WhatsApp message to him afterwards, requesting that he saves her number.

Source: Legit.ng