Working roadside near a dusty mechanic spot, he used pliers and a hammer to reveal seven battery slots: two genuine 18650 cells that briefly charged his phone, and five plastic tubes wrapped in blue tape, stuffed with sand to mimic weight. The video spread quickly, drawing reactions of anger and dark humor, with many warning about common scams from traffic hawkers and roadside sellers in places like Lagos. Others defended the buyer, urging people to shop at verified stores for trusted brands amid Nigeria’s frequent blackouts that boost demand for reliable power banks.
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