Nigerian cryptocurrency entrepreneur and businessman, Linus Williams Ifejika, widely known as Blord, has shared a remarkable story of philanthropy and its unexpected financial rewards. In a recent video, he revealed how a massive charitable project he undertook in his youth profoundly impacted his wealth.
The ₦60 Million Act of Faith
Blord, a native of Anambra state, detailed that he single-handedly financed the roofing of a large, abandoned church in his hometown. The project, which cost him a staggering ₦60 million, was completed when he was just 25 years old. He explained that the church building had been in a state of disrepair for decades, forcing the community to celebrate Mass in a makeshift classroom setting.
He described the situation as "a thing of shame" and felt compelled to take action. The businessman was recently sighted at the church premises, where he recounted the story, emphasizing his personal motivation behind the generous act.
Unexpected Financial Blessings
The most striking part of Blord's narrative is the claimed financial outcome of his generosity. He asserted that following the completion of the church roofing, his personal wealth experienced a dramatic increase. "Since I roofed the church, my money has doubled. I am bigger and better now than I was before I roofed the church," Blord stated confidently in the video.
This testimony frames the multi-million naira expenditure not as a loss, but as a pivotal investment that yielded substantial returns, aligning with popular beliefs about sowing seeds and reaping blessings.
Mixed Reactions from the Online Community
The video, which was published online, has sparked a wave of mixed reactions from netizens. While some praised the act of community support, others were critical of Blord's narrative and the choice of project.
Some comments questioned the focus on church infrastructure over job creation. One user, colmartinn, suggested, "You for atleast build plastic factory and employ the youth in your community than wasting 60M Naira to roof a church. Could have atleast created more job opportunities."
Others expressed skepticism about the story's authenticity. User Akankeidris commented, "This statement alone confirms it to me that this guy is a liar," while cochavafams wrote, "Thank God say your name na Linus.. so you are free to lie."
However, not all feedback was negative. Some saw it as a positive example. DrChimere reacted, "Sowing genuinely in true causes brings wealth. Try anonymously supporting orphans and widows. Thank me later."
This incident is not Blord's first time in the news spotlight. Legit.ng had previously reported on him responding to scam allegations. Furthermore, a netizen had also drawn attention to his company, Blord Group's website, noting its apparent focus on women in leadership roles and describing it as a front, speculating that it may not be his primary revenue source.
Blord's story continues to fuel discussions online about wealth, philanthropy, and the optics of sharing such testimonies in the public domain.
