Popular Nigerian comedian and actor Okey Bakassi has announced a ₦5 million reward for anyone who can provide useful information leading to the recovery of his stolen mobile phone.
The entertainer revealed that the device went missing while he was attending a football match at a stadium. According to him, the phone was taken from where he was seated during the game, prompting immediate concern and a public appeal for assistance.
In response to the incident, Bakassi offered a ₦5 million cash reward to encourage anyone with credible information to come forward. He stressed that the reward is meant to motivate cooperation and increase the chances of recovering the device.
The announcement quickly gained traction online, with fans and social media users reacting to both the theft and the sizable reward. While some sympathised with the comedian over the loss, others highlighted growing concerns about security at crowded public events such as football matches.
The situation has once again sparked conversations around safety and personal belongings in large gatherings, especially at high-profile sporting events where opportunistic theft can occur.
As of the latest update, there has been no official confirmation that the phone has been recovered.
However, the reward offer continues to circulate widely across social platforms.