A young Nigerian man has confessed to a childhood incident that resulted in the accidental death of 250 chickens from a neighbour’s poultry farm.
The individual, who goes by the name @JohnOlisa on social media platform X, shared his story in response to a viral post asking users to reveal the most “diabolical or evil” thing they’ve ever done. The story has since gone viral, sparking intense reactions from netizens who were shocked by the unexpected chain of events.
In his post, @JohnOlisa narrated how a football he and his friends were playing with accidentally landed in his neighbour’s yard, resulting in the neighbour seizing the ball. Out of frustration and a desire for revenge, the young man decided to poison one or two of the neighbour’s chickens, but things soon escalated far beyond his original intentions.
He wrote: “Our ball went over de fence so he seized the ball. Next day I mixed rat poison with some rice and threw them in his poultry. My intention was to kpia just 1 or 2 chickens but bro 250 chickens gone within 3 hours. Fear grip me. His wife cried so much. No one knew the truth till date.” The incident, which occurred when he was much younger, left him feeling horrified by the unintended outcome of his actions.
The shocking revelation has since drawn a wide range of reactions on social media, with many expressing disbelief at the extreme and unforeseen consequences. Some users shared their thoughts on the cost of the chickens, estimating that the value of the 250 chickens, combined with their feed, would have amounted to a significant sum. Others couldn’t fathom the scale of harm that resulted from a simple football dispute.
One social media user, @jibrilumar41065, reacted, “Omoh i jst de imagine make person come de get em own karma now wey one broilers day old chicken na 1800 for chicken wey u kill at 250 naira per one feed sef one bag na 3500 by then … Omoh i jst de imagine sha.” This user, reflecting on the financial losses, calculated the cost of the chickens and their feed, expressing both amusement and disbelief at the magnitude of the situation.
Another user, @Dannygrant_1, expressed strong disapproval, writing: “You are really evil and should be dragging seat with those evil uncle at the villa infact you are not supposed to live in the city people life is at stake.. what have you done because of football?” This comment criticized the young man’s actions, pointing out the devastating consequences of his revenge on something as trivial as a football.
As the post gained more attention, it sparked discussions about impulsive actions, revenge, and the impact they can have, even years later. Many commenters expressed shock at how a simple childhood mistake could lead to such a large-scale loss. Some even empathized with the young man’s regret, while others focused on the moral lessons that could be learned from the incident.
While @JohnOlisa may have thought he was simply getting back at his neighbour over a football dispute, the aftermath serves as a potent reminder of how small, vengeful actions can sometimes spiral out of control with unintended consequences. The post has left many to reflect on the power of actions, even when they are driven by seemingly harmless intentions.
This incident also highlights the importance of thinking before acting, particularly in moments of anger or frustration, as well as the long-lasting impact certain actions can have on others. The viral post, while light-hearted for some, also serves as a cautionary tale about the sometimes unpredictable and dangerous results of revenge-driven behavior.
Many are also questioning how a simple act of retaliation led to the death of so many animals, and how one man’s childhood mistake could still be a source of guilt and remorse years later. The reactions from social media users show the wide range of emotions such an incident can elicit — from humor and disbelief to anger and judgment.
As the discussion continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how @JohnOlisa will respond to the public’s reaction. What is clear, however, is that the viral post has succeeded in sparking a broader conversation about the consequences of actions and the morality of seeking revenge, no matter how minor the provocation.