Man Declared Wanted in Anambra for Painting Dog Like Tiger to Scare Loan Officers

The Anambra State Police Command has reportedly declared a middle-aged man, identified as Samuel Okafor from Awka, wanted for an unusual act aimed at dodging debt recovery.

According to circulating accounts on social media and online forums, Okafor allegedly painted his dog in the colours of a tiger in an attempt to frighten loan recovery officers from the fintech company, PalmPay.

Eyewitness claims suggest that the officers, who had gone to recover unpaid debts from Okafor, were shocked to find what appeared at first glance to be a tiger within his compound. It was later discovered to be a dog whose fur had been painted with orange and black stripes to mimic the appearance of the wild cat.

The dramatic scene reportedly caused a stir in the neighborhood before details of the incident began spreading online.

The police, as alleged in these viral reports, considered the action a breach of public safety and have since declared Okafor wanted.

However, as of the time of filing this report, no official statement has been issued by the Anambra State Police Command, and no confirmation has come from mainstream media outlets.

The story has drawn mixed reactions from the public. Some Nigerians on social media described it as a comical reflection of the desperation of loan defaulters, while others criticized the alleged act as reckless and potentially dangerous.

Until an official confirmation is provided by the police or verified news agencies, the claims remain unverified and should be treated with caution.