Corn Roaster Retracts ₦2.5m Monthly Income Claim, Apologies to Nigerians

A woman who recently went viral after claiming she earned ₦2.5 million every month from roasting corn has publicly withdrawn the statement, admitting it was untrue.

In a new video circulating on social media, the woman said her conscience was pricking her, prompting her to apologise to Nigerians and set the record straight.

According to her, if she were truly making ₦2.5 million monthly, she would not still be spending long hours under the scorching sun roasting corn. She expressed regret over the claim and asked Nigerians to forgive her for misleading them.

Her apology came after many social media users questioned the credibility of her earlier statement. One X user, whose comment gained attention online, argued that if she was truly earning ₦2.5 million every month, she could easily have spent just ₦5,000 to replace the worn-out umbrella she used while roasting corn.

The comment resonated with many Nigerians, who said it raised a valid question about the authenticity of the original claim.

The incident has reignited conversations about the spread of exaggerated or misleading success stories on social media, with many users urging content creators and interviewees to be truthful when sharing their experiences.

While some Nigerians commended the woman for admitting her mistake and apologising, others said the episode highlights the need to verify viral claims before accepting them as facts.