A point-of-sale (POS) operator, Alfa Rafiu, has been arrested after mistakenly receiving N280 million into his account and going on a spending spree.

Rafiu, who resides in the Akuji compound in the Abayowa Area of Ilorin West Local Government Area, received the money in batches, according to the Tribune.

Instead of alerting the bank, he began spending the money extravagantly.

Neighbors grew suspicious when Rafiu, who typically earned a modest income, started displaying sudden wealth.

“Instead of him to have drawn the attention of the bank that mistakenly transferred the huge fund to his account, he went on a spending spree,” a witness close to the incident stated.

Rafiu’s purchases included houses, cars, and sponsoring people for the lesser Hajj.

While he was generous to many in the community, residents were taken aback by his sudden affluence as a POS operator.

The Police Public Relations Officer, Ajayi Okasanmi (SP), confirmed Rafiu’s arrest to Legit.ng, stating, “We can confirm the incident, but it is the Lagos Unit that is currently investigating the matter as it has been transferred to them.”

The arrest was carried out by the Force Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department (FCIID) from Ikoyi, Lagos.

Rafiu’s case highlights the importance of reporting unexpected large deposits to the appropriate authorities to avoid legal consequences.