Ikechukwu Anozie, a Nigerian residing in the United States, is under scrutiny for allegedly withholding over N5 million entrusted to him by his friend, Obi Uchendu, for the purchase of a car.
Uchendu revealed that he and Anozie had been friends since 2007 when Anozie approached him in November 2022 seeking a loan, which Uchendu obliged. An agreement was made for Anozie to repay the borrowed N4 million during his visit to Nigeria for Christmas that year.
During the same year’s Black Friday, Uchendu reached out to Anozie to acquire items for his children using part of the loaned sum, intending to bring the items along with the remaining money during his December trip to Nigeria.
However, Anozie informed Uchendu of his cancellation of the trip, promising to refund the money through a third party upon their return to Nigeria. Consequently, Uchendu opted to utilize the funds for a car purchase through Anozie’s purported car auction business, after Anozie claimed the borrowed amount wasn’t sufficient.
Despite Uchendu sending additional funds to complete the car transaction, Anozie failed to deliver the car or provide a refund. Various excuses, including shipping delays due to elections, were given by Anozie, prolonging the situation for almost a year.
Efforts to resolve the matter with Anozie’s wife, who cited financial difficulties, proved futile. Despite granting Anozie an extended period to rectify the issue, his unresponsiveness and dismissive attitude towards Uchendu’s inquiries exacerbated the situation.
Anozie’s lack of response to attempts for comment further raises concerns about his involvement in the matter.
Scammer Details:
Account Name: MELJEFFS NIG LIMITED.
Account Number: 2032770542
Bank: FIRST BANK OF NIGERIA PLC.
Source: fij.ng
