
A driver in Ibadan was deceived by a passenger who tricked him into leaving his car unattended. The driver parked and locked his Toyota Carina E before stepping away to deliver an item, during which the passenger sold the vehicle for N700,000. This incident highlights issues of trust and security in transportation.
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