Music producer and Mavin Records owner, Don Jazzy, has shocked a lady with a huge donation of ₦6 million after she posted that her bank account balance was just ₦67. The gesture has caused wonder on social media as many Nigerians have termed it a moment of hope in hard times.
The lady, whose name was not initially made public, had shared a screenshot of her bank account on social media, which showed a balance of just ₦67. Her intention was to illustrate the hardship that most Nigerians are experiencing. The tweet quickly went viral, with hundreds of shares and comments.
Don Jazzy, the social media-loving and philanthropic music mogul, also reacted to the post by asking for her account information. Hours later, he transferred ₦6 million into her account, a decision that stunned the recipient as well as online enthusiasts.
Flashback to 2020, Don Jazzy had donated a few million naira during the lockdown period of COVID-19 to struggling families and small business people. He also donated to #EndSARS medical and legal aid funds and earned the title of being one of Nigeria’s most charitable entertainers.
This latest step has yet again vindicated why the fans have dubbed him “the people’s mogul.” People liked him not just for the money, but also for the empathy and reliability he has shown over the years.
In reaction to the gift, the lady uploaded a video crying, thanking Don Jazzy for changing her life overnight. She said she never imagined receiving such a blessing and promised to make the best use of the money to take care of her family and start a small business.
Don Jazzy later responded, indicating that he was touched by her experience and wanted to help in a concrete way. He also encouraged others to help others whenever they can, especially during the current rising cost of food items and high levels of unemployment.
His act has subsequently inspired others to come up with donation drives for those who put up messages on the internet about their struggles. While there were questions whether it might cause fabricated hardship postings, the majority opined that genuine stories of desperation were worth supporting.
In a Nigeria beset by inflation and mass sackings, moments like these offer a ray of hope — proof that a deed of kindness can give hope and even change lives.
