An airport cleaner, Auwal Dankode, recently gained widespread attention for his exceptional display of integrity after he chose to return a substantial sum of $10,000 that he found on an aircraft. His actions have sparked discussions about honesty and the importance of ethical behavior in all aspects of life.
Working as a cleaner for the Nigeria Aviation Handling Company (NAHCO), Auwal Dankode was going about his regular cleaning duties when he stumbled upon $10,000, an amount equivalent to ₦16 million. Without hesitation, he decided to report his discovery to his superiors, ensuring that the money was promptly returned to its rightful owner.
The exemplary act of honesty displayed by this cleaner at the Kano Malam Aminu Kano International Airport has not gone unnoticed. His decision to return the money, despite the temptation to keep it, has earned him praise from across the country, with many commending his character and commitment to doing the right thing, even in challenging circumstances.
Check out some comments from netizens
Abazz wrote: “It pays to do good, even if he doesn’t get his reward now. I know he will have X100 of that amount in his account soon 🙏🏻 may God bless him.”
Azeez Adams wrote: “This is lovely, if it was an Emeka that sees this money at Akanu Ibiam airport in Enugu, the money don go be that.”
BURGER stated: “Wow!!! Hope say them give am reward sha.”
HIGH THINKER said: “Was destined to be a cleaner.”
Prince said: “He’ll forever remain poor for the rest of his life after rejecting God’s blessings.”
Big Timi said: “Returning over 16m in this Nigeria? I have no comments tbh… it’s nice tho. but hmmmmmmmmm.”
Falaq Amin reacted: “The average Northerner is honest and upholds integrity 💯💯 it’s mostly (if not only) the politicians that misbehave.”