₦airaland Forum

Grateful to Be Alive – A Cautionary Story

Honestly, I don’t even know where to start. All I can say is thank God I’m alive and back home. What I went through yesterday in Port Harcourt is still hard for me to believe.

Last week, a client reached out, saying he had a job for me. We discussed the project, came to an agreement that worked for him, and he asked me to come on Saturday — which happened to be election day. I told him I’d need part of my workmanship fee upfront so I could come with my boys, check out the site, and prepare properly. He refused, saying he couldn’t send money since we hadn’t worked together before. He promised to refund me if I found a way to get there.

Desperate to secure the job, I took a loan — with my dad standing as guarantor — and traveled to Port Harcourt by night bus on Sunday, hoping to get there early Monday morning. Unfortunately, the journey was delayed and I arrived late at night. I tried calling the client, but his phone was off, so I checked into a cheap hotel.

By 5 a.m., he finally called and said he’d be busy until 10 a.m. Later, he sent someone he claimed was his cousin to pick me up. As we were heading to the site, we were suddenly stopped by two men who started harassing us. Before I could understand what was happening, more men appeared. I realized too late that something was wrong.

I tried to fight my way out, but they overpowered me and beat me up. When I looked around, the supposed "cousin" was gone. That’s when it hit me: it was all a setup.

They took my phone and demanded my father's number. I explained that my family is just managing and I even had to borrow money to make the trip. They contacted my brother and demanded ₦5 million. I laughed — not because it was funny, but because it was absurd. Where would we even get such an amount?

Eventually, they extorted ₦200,000 from my brother and dumped me in the bush with my face covered and nothing but my shorts. Before leaving, they gave me ₦1,000.

Please, let this be a warning to those of us who risk traveling for jobs without knowing the full picture. If a client can’t even send you transport fare, think twice. Don’t put yourself in debt or danger. Right now, my dad and I are in debt of ₦300,000 — not including interest.

Despite everything, I’m still available for work. I’m still your humble guy — CM Interiors. This experience won’t stop me, but I had to share it. Stay safe out there.

christ007:
📣 Hello my beautiful people!

This is a humble reminder from your trusted and reliable craftsman. My name is Okolie Christian ikechukwu , and I specialize in Home improvement services —e.g. furniture making, home improvement, painting, TV consoles, stamped concrete, etc.]. With years of experience, I take pride in giving every client top-quality service, using strong and lasting materials, and always paying attention to the little details that make a big difference.

I know times are tough for many of us, but handwork and honesty still speak loud in this season. If you’ve got a project—big or small—don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m available to work anywhere in Nigeria and even willing to travel, as long as you’re ready to work with someone who’s passionate, skilled, and trustworthy.

✅ Quality is guaranteed
✅ Prices are fair and flexible
✅ Fast delivery
✅ Your satisfaction is my priority

Please, if you don’t have work for me right now, help me by sharing my number with your friends, family, or anyone in need of my services. A single referral can change someone’s week, and I truly appreciate every call and every opportunity.

📞 Call or WhatsApp: 09136285173
📍 Based in Lagos, available nationwide.
🙏 Let’s build something beautiful together!

Thank you for your support always. God bless you. ❤️

📢 Dear Esteemed Clients,

I understand that times are hard and trust is not always easy, especially when it comes to online or long-distance service providers. But I want to humbly assure you that I am a man of my word and I take every job seriously.

Whenever I ask for transportation to come to your site, it’s not out of convenience—it’s so I can get to you quickly, inspect the space properly, and begin the job without delay. I do not take your trust for granted, and I do my work with honesty, skill, and passion. Many clients can testify that once I receive their transport support, I show up and deliver as promised.

Please don’t let doubt stop us from building something great together. My goal is to give you peace of mind and top-quality results. Your satisfaction is my number one priority.

I’m ready to work and prove myself. Let’s make it happen. 🙏

📞 Call or WhatsApp: 09136285173
📍Available to work anywhere as long as there's understanding.

Thank you for believing in me. God bless you.

📢 Dear Esteemed Clients,

I understand that times are hard and trust is not always easy, especially when it comes to online or long-distance service providers. But I want to humbly assure you that I am a man of my word and I take every job seriously.

Whenever I ask for transportation to come to your site, it’s not out of convenience—it’s so I can get to you quickly, inspect the space properly, and begin the job without delay. I do not take your trust for granted, and I do my work with honesty, skill, and passion. Many clients can testify that once I receive their transport support, I show up and deliver as promised.

Please don’t let doubt stop us from building something great together. My goal is to give you peace of mind and top-quality results. Your satisfaction is my number one priority.

I’m ready to work and prove myself. Let’s make it happen. 🙏

📞 Call or WhatsApp: 09136285173
📍Available to work anywhere as long as there's understanding.

Thank you for believing in me. God bless you.

📣 Hello my beautiful people!

This is a humble reminder from your trusted and reliable craftsman. My name is Okolie Christian ikechukwu , and I specialize in Home improvement services —e.g. furniture making, home improvement, painting, TV consoles, stamped concrete, etc.]. With years of experience, I take pride in giving every client top-quality service, using strong and lasting materials, and always paying attention to the little details that make a big difference.

I know times are tough for many of us, but handwork and honesty still speak loud in this season. If you’ve got a project—big or small—don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m available to work anywhere in Nigeria and even willing to travel, as long as you’re ready to work with someone who’s passionate, skilled, and trustworthy.

✅ Quality is guaranteed
✅ Prices are fair and flexible
✅ Fast delivery
✅ Your satisfaction is my priority

Please, if you don’t have work for me right now, help me by sharing my number with your friends, family, or anyone in need of my services. A single referral can change someone’s week, and I truly appreciate every call and every opportunity.

📞 Call or WhatsApp: 09136285173
📍 Based in Lagos, available nationwide.
🙏 Let’s build something beautiful together!

Thank you for your support always. God bless you. ❤️

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Happy New Month to all my amazing clients!
May this new month bring you peace, progress, and plenty of opportunities. Your home and projects will flourish, and favor will follow you in all you do.
Thank you for your continued trust and support—let’s win together this month!

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Good afternoon, my amazing Nairaland clients!
It’s Monday a day I dedicate to visiting client sites and providing project estimates.

If you have an ongoing or upcoming project around NNPC Salami Bus Stop, Shasha, Akowonjo, this is the perfect time to reach out. I’m currently in the area for a site inspection and would be happy to stop by and give you a reliable and honest estimate.

Call or text now—let’s get your project started the right way!

Hello to all my amazing Nairaland clients and beloved customers!

Omo, this Tinubu regime no easy o! Especially for those of us with handwork—times are hard, but we thank God for life. Being alive alone is something to be grateful for 🙏🏽

As your reliable friend and trusted Home Improvement Contractor, I’m here to remind you that I’m always ready to serve you. Whether it’s renovation, furniture, repairs, or general home upgrades—I’m available, mobile, and committed to working with sincere clients who value honesty and good workmanship.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out! Staying at home too long is making me lazy o 😩
Even my mama don talk say I don chop all her food finish—Abeg make una call me for work so mummy fit rest small and chop too! 😂

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Call = 08121275638 pls Let’s build something great together. Your home, my hands—perfect match!

Happy Father’s Day to all my amazing clients who are fathers and those on their way to becoming one!

May this new week bring you more reasons to smile, more blessings to your doorstep, completed projects, fresh contracts for both of us, and new opportunities that open greater doors.

Thank you for your support always — let’s keep building greatness together! 🙏🏽👔💼

Happy Father’s Day to all my amazing clients who are fathers and those on their way to becoming one!

May this new week bring you more reasons to smile, more blessings to your doorstep, completed projects, fresh contracts for both of us, and new opportunities that open greater doors.

Thank you for your support always — let’s keep building greatness together! 🙏🏽👔💼

Happy Father’s Day to all my amazing clients who are fathers and those on their way to becoming one!

May this new week bring you more reasons to smile, more blessings to your doorstep, completed projects, fresh contracts for both of us, and new opportunities that open greater doors.

Thank you for your support always — let’s keep building greatness together! 🙏🏽👔💼

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Good morning, my beautiful people! Don’t forget what I do for a living—feel free to DM me at 09136285173 for more details or inquiries."

Good morning, my beautiful people! Don’t forget what I do for a living—feel free to DM me at 09136285173 for more details or inquiries."

Good morning, my beautiful people! Don’t forget what I do for a living—feel free to DM me at 09136285173 for more details or inquiries.

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