Daily Digest Online

Forget everything you thought you knew about street begging. In a jaw-dropping viral clip that has Lagos buzzing, the infamous 'Lekki Street Boy' has hit back at his army of online critics with a boast that left everyone speechless: he's not just a beggar, he's a *high-net-worth* beggar with style. The man, whose real name remains unknown but whose face is familiar to anyone who follows Lagos celebrities, is notorious for his unapologetic hustle. His M.O.? Track down A-list stars at exclusive clubs, parties, and events to ask them directly for money. While social media trolls have endlessly mocked him as the "ultimate beggar," he has now clapped back with receipts that scream luxury. "Do you think is poor man begging I'm doing?" he defiantly questioned in the now-viral video. "Yesterday alone, I spent ₦250,000. I wanted to beg someone inside a club, so I had to buy a shot of Azul [tequila] for ₦70,000, and I bought th...