Grace has finally found the old man captured in a viral video, as Nigerian professional footballer Victor Boniface gifted him a substantial amount of N1.5 million.
The elderly man became a trending topic online when a good Samaritan shared a touching video of him struggling while carrying out his carpentry job. The video went viral, leading many to contribute towards giving the man a chance at a better life.
Boniface and skit maker Sabinus had launched a search for the old man, with Sabinus even promising to give N1 million. However, Boniface, who plays as a striker for Bundesliga club Bayer Leverkusen, reached out to the young man who shared the video.
Boniface sent a total of N2 million, asking that the elderly man be given N1.5 million and the boy who posted the video receive N500,000 for his help. This act has melted the hearts of many, who applauded Boniface for his kindness. The receipt of the payment was shared online, further highlighting his generosity.
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Some reactions are shown below:
realprefair said, “First time Camera man dey get Gift 😂😂😂😂❤️🙌”.
bestnaijaboy said, “For this act alone. He go score hat trick against South Africa on Friday.”
choice_sasha said, “From now people will be traveling to village to visit their own grandma or grandpa to make them act hard worker so they can make a video and post….. When God remembers you, you won’t be expecting it…..”.
issa_thirdborn said, “Thanks for Blessing a Soul .. May Allah Protect You At All Cost Ameen”.
liciacrest said, “This how God changes a man’s story in the twinkling of an eye!”.