A single mother of two, Sandra Okpara, has recovered N1,640,200 she mistakenly transferred into an account linked to Pastor Jerry Eze’s Streams of Joy International. Okpara posted a video appeal on Friday after the error, explaining the funds belonged to people she was expected to pay.
The church said it contacted her after seeing the video and refunded the money on Saturday after investigation. Okpara confirmed receiving the refund and said her intention was not to damage the church’s reputation. The church said it had not received any prior complaint before the video.
Key Points:
Swift refund restores the woman’s funds and protects the church’s image.
The incident highlights risks of digital transfer errors in Nigeria’s payment system.
Social media amplifies appeals for help but raises reputation concerns.
Banks’ demand for court orders delays recovery of mistaken transfers.
The church’s responsiveness sets a positive example for handling such cases.
The refund resolves the matter, but the incident underscores the need for faster bank processes. Nigerians should double-check transfer details before confirming payments.. The X – Instagram. Video Here.
Sources: Social Media, Streams of Joy International
