The emergence of a viral video showing beggars appealing for alms on TikTok has sparked reactions across social media platforms in Nigeria.
The video, generated from a live session conducted by the beggars, shows them pleading for gifts in the Hausa language, with the lead beggar appearing to be disabled.
While some Nigerians expressed sympathy and a willingness to assist, others raised concerns about the authenticity of the beggars’ actions.
Speculation arose regarding whether someone might be orchestrating the account openings and exploiting the beggars to garner sympathy and gifts from unsuspecting individuals.
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Some social media users labeled the phenomenon as “corporate begging” and speculated that it could be a business strategy orchestrated by a syndicate.
Others criticized the situation, pointing out that those who genuinely need assistance might be overshadowed by those who don’t.
Overall, the video has prompted discussions about the ethics and implications of using social media platforms for begging, with some users suggesting that it might be part of an organized crime scheme.
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