Car dealer left in limbo after client who pays ₦45m for a car disappears 

A Nigerian car dealer has taken to social media to raise alarm over a bizarre case of sudden disappearance, after a client who paid ₦45 million for a vehicle in 2023 mysteriously vanished — and has remained unreachable for over two years, MOUTHPIECE NGR gathered.

The incident was shared on X (formerly Twitter) by @maziechidiime, CEO of Echidiime Motors Limited, who said the client was discovered via TikTok — but has since gone off the grid, with even his TikTok account permanently deleted.

💸 “He Paid, Then Vanished”

In the viral post, the dealer explained:

“A client paid for a vehicle worth ₦45 million and ghosted us since 2023. We’ve tried calling, texting, and reaching out to his bank—but nothing. His TikTok account has been deleted too.”

Efforts to trace him through the bank account used for payment hit a brick wall, with the bank allegedly refusing to release helpful information. The only clue left? The man may be an orphan — and possibly unreachable.

💭 Did Something Happen to Him?

The mysterious case has sparked massive online speculation:

Did the buyer pass away?

Could he be in jail or trapped abroad?

Was this some form of money laundering or advance trust test gone wrong?

💬 Social Media Reactions Pour In

The story has drawn a wave of advice and hot takes online:

@Mr_DaveChigozie: “I hope he didn’t die. That would explain the silence.”

@MaxwellAni4: “Use the money for business but keep it in trust. Someday, he may resurface.”

@ChizobaCynthia_: “Post his picture online saying he’s a long-lost friend. Don’t mention the car or money.”

@Emirate_Wealth: “Fix the money in a savings account and wait. It’s too unusual to spend.”

🧠 What Should the Dealer Do?

This rare case raises legal and ethical questions:

Can the dealer use the money?

Should it be held in trust indefinitely?

What if the buyer comes back demanding a refund or a new car at current market value?

Some financial experts online have advised putting the funds in a fixed deposit account, allowing it to accrue interest while buying time.

🔍 Final Thoughts from Eyes of Lagos:

A man pays ₦45 million, ghosts, and deletes all contact? Whether this is a strange twist of fate or a hidden plot, one thing is clear: trust in digital business is now more complex than ever.

This story is a reminder that social media deals, no matter how promising, require real-world safeguards. And sometimes… even a confirmed payment isn’t the end of the story.