Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m - Business (2)

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Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by DeltaBachelor(m): 12:14pm On May 23, 2025

Total Rip off

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by saphiere(f): 12:14pm On May 23, 2025

Hmm

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by Flame333: 12:15pm On May 23, 2025

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by Kyrx(m): 12:17pm On May 23, 2025

Olachase:
My girlfriend got another job and on the empowerment form

She wrote single 🥹🥹

Na your gf na no be your wife😃

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Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by donmik: 12:20pm On May 23, 2025

Can't they just put an end to this practice that is not legalised?

In many cases, the boys are been disappointed

I don't seem to see any need for it anymore

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Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by lavylilly: 12:20pm On May 23, 2025

How Best to Resolve the Issue: A Path Forward
To preserve trust and stability within the Onitsha Electronics Market—and protect the dignity of both apprentices and their mentors—it’s crucial to handle this situation with fairness, transparency, and respect for tradition. Here are key steps that can help resolve the issue and prevent future disputes:

1. Independent Mediation by Trade Unions
Market unions and Igbo apprenticeship regulatory bodies should step in as neutral mediators. A panel comprising respected market leaders, elders, and legal advisors should be formed to:

Review the apprentice’s years of service.

Assess the fairness of the settlement.

Investigate the theft accusation transparently.

2. Transparent Financial Audit
To address the ₦18 million theft allegation, an independent financial audit should be carried out. If there’s evidence, it must be presented clearly. If there’s none, the claim should be publicly dismissed to clear the apprentice’s name.

3. Written Apprenticeship Agreements
This case highlights the need for formal documentation in apprenticeship arrangements. A signed agreement should outline:

Duration of service.

Expected settlement terms.

Rights and responsibilities of both parties.

This would prevent misunderstandings and create legal backing for both the apprentice and the Oga.

4. Strengthen the Igbo Apprenticeship Model
The traditional Igbo apprenticeship system (Igba Boi) is globally respected for its role in empowering young entrepreneurs. Incidents like this risk damaging its reputation. Leaders should consider:

Setting minimum settlement benchmarks based on market standards.

Offering conflict resolution training for mentors and apprentices.

Encouraging accountability through digital record-keeping and mentorship tracking.

5. Public Communication
Both parties should be encouraged to avoid further public conflict. A joint resolution statement—after mediation—is ideal to restore peace in the market and maintain customer confidence.

Conclusion:
This incident is more than a personal dispute—it's a wake-up call to strengthen the apprenticeship system that has empowered countless youths. By approaching the issue fairly and systematically, Onitsha traders can turn this conflict into a stepping stone toward reform and renewed trust.

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Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by Laid2001: 12:21pm On May 23, 2025

Oga must be made to provide evidence of stealing against the boy.
If no evidence, he should be made to pay the boy his due amount

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Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by Ashirioluwa: 12:21pm On May 23, 2025

Olachase:
My girlfriend got another job and on the empowerment form

She wrote single 🥹🥹

You want her to lie and write married instead of single.

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Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by AerialMapper: 12:22pm On May 23, 2025

Still the best apprenticeship model existing that sets up young ones for the future

Unlike the model that gives children plastic plates to go out on the streets

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Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by donmik: 12:23pm On May 23, 2025

Pls, be making clear and trustworthy video for us to be seeing values for our data

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by aribisala0(m): 12:27pm On May 23, 2025

PresidObi:
That's my people, we stand for what is right. The entire market believes the boy is right, because they were all there when the whole thing happened.

INEC didn't use technical glitches to ruin this issue, the judiciary wont change this matter with technicalities and award the Oga the victory because he's affluent.

False reverse psychology

The Truth is one of YOUR PEOPLE tried to cheat a so called apprentice after serving him for many years

Instead of taking responsibility for a flawed system you are trying to spin the story

The reality is that the so called Igbo apprentice system is outdated and open to abuse

What is needed in 2025 is not an intangible unwritten agreement but

1. Legislation that covers the practice
2. Clear written contracts that are enforceable within the legislation

The settlement figure should not depend on the whims or goodwill of the Oga

As a matter of fact I would encourage Lagos state to BAN THE PRACTICE

Any so called apprentice MUST be at least 16 years old, registered with the government paid a salary, and pay tax to Lagos State government

The government should take charge of the scheme like NYSC. You want to do apprenticeship apply to the government and government post you and you get similar protection and supervision like Youth Corpers

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by Ever8090: 12:27pm On May 23, 2025

RenoOkriTheGoat:
Is the Oga still alive?

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by Treasure17(m): 12:27pm On May 23, 2025

Lol. After solid seven years? Fear God.

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by NaijaCover(m): 12:27pm On May 23, 2025

Nawa o

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by Pinklada: 12:29pm On May 23, 2025

NwekeUG:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kbZ4I7rTPU

Imagine even to themselves they are dubious.
Someone serving for 7yrs
U have just 1m

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Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by qtx(m): 12:30pm On May 23, 2025

PresidObi:
That's my people, we stand for what is right. The entire market believes the boy is right, because they were all there when the whole thing happened.

INEC didn't use technical glitches to ruin this issue, the judiciary wont change this matter with technicalities and award the Oga the victory because he's affluent.

That is where there is no Baba Sope . The people's voices must be heard. grin

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by phemmie06(m): 12:31pm On May 23, 2025

The oga is not a smart liar at all, how can you said he stole N18M, without reporting the case to the law enforcement agents.

Corruption has become a norms in this country

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Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by DIVINEEVIDENCE: 12:32pm On May 23, 2025

He better settle the boy before the community will evaluate his shop and do the needful.

Boy stole #18 mila you retained him till settlement.
Super Story.

You never ready to support pesin you go dey carry nwa boy.

We die here.

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Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by zoedew: 12:34pm On May 23, 2025

The guy has n19m nah! Nwaboi master just dey look am in 3D all the while😎. Jesus knew all along that Judas was stealing from the purse.

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by BENEAMATA: 12:35pm On May 23, 2025

PresidObi:
That's my people, we stand for what is right. The entire market believes the boy is right, because they were all there when the whole thing happened.

INEC didn't use technical glitches to ruin this issue, the judiciary wont change this matter with technicalities and award the Oga the victory because he's affluent.

But just watch as one presidential candidate of one party formerly chaired by one Apapa will blame ' Tilumbu ' for using the Oga shop owner to cause problems in his own shop ! grin

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by Vision101(m): 12:35pm On May 23, 2025

PresidObi:
That's my people, we stand for what is right. The entire market believes the boy is right, because they were all there when the whole thing happened.

INEC didn't use technical glitches to ruin this issue, the judiciary wont change this matter with technicalities and award the Oga the victory because he's affluent.

Forget this your sentiment. Dey plenty wey dey treat their nwaboi like this. Some go accuse them and dismiss them empty handed. Maybe the oga na wicked man for their line. Many people hate am. Leave this your tribal thing with Peter Obi. I be one of you. I sabi wetin you sabi.

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Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by Holluwhakemmy(f): 12:36pm On May 23, 2025

Haaa I really pitied Ameachi nobody to fight for him during his own training his Oga gave him 1m too after 8yrs of service

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by themanderon: 12:38pm On May 23, 2025

THe oga must be a wicked and greedy o. af. But was there an agreement as to the amount he will settle the boy with?

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by Vision101(m): 12:39pm On May 23, 2025

Guyman02:
Igbos hate injustice, the market union will close Oga shop if he doesn't comply by adequately compensating his apprentice, the market people possibly know that the Nwaboi was not corrupt, even if that Nwaboi is Yoruba or Hausa they will stand for him against their kinsmen, this is what makes them progressive

Sentiment and 🤥 lies. Na today?

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by aribisala0(m): 12:40pm On May 23, 2025

Guyman02:
Igbos hate injustice, the market union will close Oga shop if he doesn't comply by adequately compensating his apprentice, the market people possibly know that the Nwaboi was not corrupt, even if that Nwaboi is Yoruba or Hausa they will stand for him against their kinsmen, this is what makes them progressive

Stop deceiving yourselves and trying to rewrite the story

You see an Igbo doing wrong and are trying to counter any truth before it comes

Justice is writing a contract from day one not a nebulous open ended agreement that is weak in court

If Igbos hate injustice so much how come there is no Ombudsman or Adjudication or Formal dispute resolution mechanism after all this years?

The Obvious question is this
HOW MUCH MONEY IS RIGHT ?

The answer?? It depends......................

Depends on what huh

?

No answer

That is what you get when there is no written contract

That puts all the power on the side of the Oga he gives what HE THINKS IS OKAY and if the Nwa boi is unhappy he can only fall to the court of public suasion and morality

It is an outdated scheme that needs to modernize.

A situation where you serve for 7 years and you have no agreement IS SLAVERY

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by aribisala0(m): 12:41pm On May 23, 2025

themanderon:
THe oga must be a wicked and greedy o. af. But was there an agreement as to the amount he will settle the boy with?

Good question

There never is or almost never is and even if there is is it written down?

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by Angelfrost(m): 12:41pm On May 23, 2025

A lot of Igbo men today have made a mess of this age long culture of apprenticeship...!

Why?!! All because of greed and selfishness.

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by aribisala0(m): 12:42pm On May 23, 2025

Laid2001:
Oga must be made to provide evidence of stealing against the boy.
If no evidence, he should be made to pay the boy his due amount

What is his DUE AMOUNT

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by REDshouse(m): 12:42pm On May 23, 2025

PresidObi:
That's my people, we stand for what is right. The entire market believes the boy is right, because they were all there when the whole thing happened.

INEC didn't use technical glitches to ruin this issue, the judiciary wont change this matter with technicalities and award the Oga the victory because he's affluent.

But the same Oga na ur people ...very cunning and dubious mostly taking advantage

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by EleventhWeirdo: 12:43pm On May 23, 2025

PresidObi:
That's my people, we stand for what is right. The entire market believes the boy is right, because they were all there when the whole thing happened.

INEC didn't use technical glitches to ruin this issue, the judiciary wont change this matter with technicalities and award the Oga the victory because he's affluent.

The way you guys romanticize your tribe as though every thing is peaceful and interethnic wars and hate are not currently ravaging the SE. I laugh at your delusion. You and I know that if Biafra becomes an independent state today, the probability of it surviving three years without resorting to civil war is low, to be quite frank.

Re: Protest As Businessman Offers Apprentice ₦1m After 7 Years, Claims He Stole ₦18m by aribisala0(m): 12:43pm On May 23, 2025

donmik:
Can't they just put an end to this practice that is not legalised?

In many cases, the boys are been disappointed

I don't seem to see any need for it anymore

Good point

Just pay them a salary and also let them pay tax . Government needs the revenue and that is a way of cheating government

Lagos State needs to wake up

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