Warning Exposed: Top 10 Fake Businesses in Nigeria You Should Never Start
My guy lost ₦380,000 in six weeks.
He wasn’t gambling. He wasn’t doing Yahoo. He was trying to “start a business.” A friend in Alaba told him about a “network marketing company” that was paying people ₦500,000 monthly. All he needed was a registration fee and to bring five people. He borrowed money. He harassed family members. He posted flyers on WhatsApp status every single day.
Six weeks later, the company’s website disappeared. The WhatsApp group was deleted. His “upline” blocked him.
This story is not unique. It happens in Lagos. In Aba. In Kano. In Benin. Every single day, thousands of hardworking Nigerians pour their sweat, savings, and borrowed money into “businesses” that were designed from Day 1 to fail — or worse, to rob them.
You’re reading this because you’re tired of being broke. You want something real. You want to start a business, but you’re terrified of being scammed again. I hear you. And in this article, I’m going to expose the 10 most common fake businesses in Nigeria that are draining people dry — so you never waste your precious money on nonsense again.
Some of these will shock you. Number 7 is one that almost everybody has fallen for.
Why Fake Businesses Are Thriving in Nigeria Right Now
Let me paint the picture for you.
Nigeria’s unemployment rate hit 33.3% according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). That was the last time they even bothered to measure it — it’s probably worse now. The naira is trading at over ₦1,500 to $1 in the parallel market. Inflation is above 33% according to NBS data from early 2024. A bag of rice that was ₦28,000 two years ago is now over ₦70,000.
People are desperate. And desperation is the number one raw material scammers need.
When a graduate in Port Harcourt has sent out 200 CVs and gotten zero interviews, and someone shows him a “business” that promises ₦300,000 monthly with just a ₦20,000 “startup fee” — what do you think will happen?
He’ll borrow that ₦20,000. He’ll beg for it. He’ll sell his phone charger for it.
That is exactly what scammers are counting on.
The economy has created the perfect breeding ground for fake businesses in Nigeria. Scammers are not stupid. They understand psychology. They know you’re tired. They know you’re hungry. And they package garbage in shiny wrappers and sell it to you as “financial freedom.”
This article is your shield. Read every word like your next ₦100,000 depends on it — because honestly, it does.
What Makes a Business “Fake”? (The 4 Red Flags)
Before I list the 10 fake businesses, let me arm you with a filter. If any “business opportunity” shows these 4 signs, run.
Red Flag #1: You pay before you understand what you’re selling.
Any business that requires a “registration fee” or “activation fee” before explaining the actual product or service is suspicious. Legit businesses sell products to customers — they don’t sell membership to workers.
Red Flag #2: The income comes from recruiting, not from selling.
If the only way to make money is by bringing other people in, and those people also have to bring other people in — that’s not a business. That’s a pyramid scheme wearing a suit.
Red Flag #3: The returns are unrealistic.
Anyone promising you 30%, 50%, or 100% returns monthly is lying. Even the best hedge funds in the world — Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan — average about 10–15% per year. If a random WhatsApp group in Surulere is promising 50% weekly, use your head.
Red Flag #4: There’s no registered business or verifiable owner.
Check the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) website. Check if the company has a real office. Check if the founder has a real LinkedIn profile with real work history. If you can’t find any of these — your money is not safe.
Takeaway: Before you invest one naira, apply these four filters. If even ONE red flag shows up, don’t walk away — run.
Fake Business #1: Ponzi Schemes Disguised as Investment Platforms
This is the grandfather of all fake businesses in Nigeria, and it has stolen more money than armed robbers ever will.
You know the names. MMM. MBA Forex. Racksterli. Chinmark Group. Imagine Global. These platforms all followed the same playbook:
- Promise insane returns (30–50% monthly)
- Use early investors’ money to pay older investors
- Create fake dashboards showing your “earnings” growing
- Collapse when new money stops coming in
In 2016, MMM crashed and an estimated 3 million Nigerians lost their money. Some people committed suicide. Families were destroyed. Marriages ended. And yet — just two years later — Nigerians poured money into the NEXT Ponzi. And the next. And the next.
Why do people keep falling for this?
Because the first few people genuinely get paid. Your cousin’s friend’s brother actually withdrew ₦500,000. So you believe it’s real. But what you don’t understand is that his payout came from YOUR deposit. The platform doesn’t invest anywhere. It just moves money around until there’s no more money to move.
In 2022, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) warned Nigerians about over 100 unregistered investment schemes operating illegally.
How to spot a Ponzi in 2024:
- They promise fixed returns regardless of market conditions
- They pressure you to invest quickly (“this offer closes tonight!”)
- They have no SEC or CBN registration
- They reward you for bringing new investors
Takeaway: If the returns sound too good to be true, they are. No legitimate investment in Nigeria — or anywhere in the world — guarantees 30% monthly. Protect your money.
Fake Business #2: “Registration Fee” Network Marketing Companies
Let me be clear — not all network marketing is fake. But about 90% of the ones operating in Nigeria right now are absolute garbage.
Here’s how the scam version works:
You pay ₦15,000 to ₦50,000 to “register.” You receive overpriced products that nobody wants — maybe some watered-down herbal supplement or a “magic” skincare cream. Then you’re told the REAL money is in recruitment. Bring 5 people, each paying ₦20,000, and you earn ₦5,000 per person. Those 5 people bring 5 more people each. You move up “levels.” You hear words like “Diamond Leader” and “Crown Ambassador.”
Sounds beautiful on the whiteboard.
In reality? 95% of participants in MLM schemes lose money, according to research by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
I personally know a woman in Ikeja — let’s call her Blessing — who joined three different network marketing companies between 2019 and 2022. She invested a combined ₦180,000. She harassed every person on her WhatsApp contact list. She posted motivational quotes at 5 AM every morning. She attended “empowerment seminars” in hotel conference rooms in Ikeja.
Total earnings after three years? ₦22,000.
She lost ₦158,000. And three friendships.
How to tell if an MLM is fake:
- The products are just an excuse — the real focus is recruitment
- The “training” you pay for is just hype sessions, not actual business education
- The only people making money are the founders and early adopters
- You can’t sell the products without recruiting people
Fake Business #3: Fake Forex Academies and Signal Sellers
Forex trading is real. But 80% of the people selling “forex education” in Nigeria are teaching you nothing — and pocketing your money.
Go on Instagram right now. Search “forex Nigeria.” You’ll find hundreds of accounts with rented Benz photos, Dubai trip pictures, and Rolex watches — all promising to “teach you how to make $500 daily from forex.”
Here’s what they actually do:
- They sell you a “beginner course” for ₦30,000–₦100,000
- The course is a recycled YouTube video you could’ve watched for free
- They add you to a “VIP signal group” for ₦10,000–₦25,000 monthly
- The signals are random — sometimes they win, sometimes they don’t
- When you lose money, they blame your “discipline” and sell you a more expensive “advanced” course
A young guy in Abuja — let me call him Tunde — paid ₦75,000 for a “forex mentorship” from an Instagram trader. The “mentorship” was a 2-hour Zoom call and access to a Telegram group. Tunde then deposited $200 into a trading account following the signals. He lost everything in two weeks.
When he messaged the “mentor” for help, the reply was: “You didn’t follow the signal properly. You need to work on your mindset.”
The dirty truth nobody tells you:
According to data from major brokers, over 75% of retail forex traders lose money. Even experienced ones. The people selling you courses? Most of them make more money from selling courses than from actually trading.
How to spot fake forex educators:
- They flex lifestyle but never show verified trading history (like Myfxbook or FXBlue)
- They guarantee profits — no real trader guarantees anything
- They charge you monthly for “signals” instead of teaching you to fish
- They have no verifiable track record beyond Instagram stories
Takeaway: If you want to learn forex, start with free resources on BabyPips.com. Never pay anyone who can’t show you a verified, long-term trading record. And never trade with money you can’t afford to lose.
Fake Business #4: WhatsApp Money-Doubling Groups
This one is so brazen, so shameless, that it makes my blood boil every time I see it.
You’ve seen the broadcasts:
“Send ₦5,000 and receive ₦10,000 in 30 minutes! Send ₦20,000 and receive ₦40,000! Limited slots available! 🔥🔥🔥”
Sometimes they dress it up with fancy names like “Peer-to-Peer Gifting Platform” or “Community Mutual Aid.” Sometimes they create WhatsApp groups with 200+ members posting fake “testimonials” and screenshots of bank alerts.
It’s all fake.
These scams operate on the exact same principle as Ponzi schemes, but on a smaller, faster scale. Early participants get paid from later participants’ money. The admin collects from everyone. And within days or weeks — sometimes even hours — the group disappears.
I heard about a NYSC corp member in Bayelsa who sent ₦30,000 into one of these groups because three of her friends had “received double.” Within 48 hours, the group was deleted. Her friends? They were part of the scam — they got paid from her money and didn’t even know how the system worked.
Why this is especially dangerous:
- It spreads through trust networks (friends, family, church members)
- The amounts seem small (“it’s just ₦5,000”), so people don’t think too hard
- The speed creates urgency (“only 10 slots left!”)
- People who get paid early become unwitting promoters of the scam
Fake Business #5: Dropshipping Stores With No Strategy
Dropshipping is a real business model. But the way it’s sold in Nigeria right now? That’s the scam.
Here’s what the YouTube gurus tell you:
- Open a Shopify store
- Find cheap products on AliExpress
- List them at a higher price
- Run Facebook ads
- Sit back and collect profit
What they DON’T tell you:
- Shopify costs $39/month (that’s about ₦60,000/month at current rates)
- Facebook ads require a minimum of $5–$10/day to test properly — that’s ₦7,500–₦15,000 daily
- AliExpress shipping to Nigeria takes 3–6 weeks — customers will demand refunds
- You need knowledge of copywriting, product research, ad targeting, and customer service
- Most dropshipping stores fail within the first 3 months
The people selling you “dropshipping courses” for ₦50,000–₦200,000 are making their real money from selling the course — not from dropshipping.
A friend of mine in Lagos — Chidi — spent ₦350,000 on a course, Shopify subscription, and Facebook ads. He sold exactly 4 products in two months. His total revenue? About ₦28,000. His total expenses? Over ₦350,000.
The math doesn’t lie.
Now, can dropshipping work? Yes — if you have capital, patience, marketing skills, and a willingness to test and fail multiple times. But the idea that it’s a “passive income” business you can start with ₦20,000 from your phone? That’s a lie.
Takeaway: Don’t pay for a dropshipping course until you’ve exhausted every free resource on YouTube and Google. And if you do start, have at least ₦200,000–₦500,000 in testing budget. Otherwise, you’re just donating money to Mark Zuckerberg.
Fake Business #6: Fake Import Business “Packages”
Mini importation is a legitimate hustle — but the way some people sell it in Nigeria has become a full-blown scam industry.
Here’s the pattern:
Someone on Instagram or Twitter posts photos of “products from China” and offers a “mini importation business package” for ₦25,000–₦100,000. The package supposedly includes:
- A list of suppliers
- A “guide” on how to order
- Access to a WhatsApp group
What you actually get:
- A recycled PDF you could find for free on Google
- A list of AliExpress and 1688.com links (also free)
- A WhatsApp group where the admin keeps selling you more “advanced” packages
The real information you need — how to handle customs, how to calculate landed costs, how to find buyers, how to avoid fake suppliers, how to negotiate shipping — is never included.
I spoke with a woman in Aba who paid ₦60,000 for an “importation mentorship” in 2023. She ordered ₦150,000 worth of human hair extensions from a supplier her “mentor” recommended. The hair arrived — and it was pure rubbish. Low quality. Tangling. Smelling of chemicals. She couldn’t sell a single bundle.
When she complained to her mentor, the response was: “That’s part of the business. You learn from your mistakes.”
She lost ₦210,000 total.
How to protect yourself:
- Never pay for information you can find for free
- Before ordering from any Chinese supplier, request samples first
- Calculate ALL costs before ordering: product cost + shipping + customs duty + clearing agent + transport
- Start with a very small test order — never go big on your first try
Takeaway: Mini importation can work — but learn from YouTube and free blogs first. Never pay anyone ₦50,000+ for a PDF and a WhatsApp group.
Fake Business #7: Social Media Management Without Skills
This is the one almost everybody has fallen for — and most people don’t even realize it’s a problem.
You’ve heard it a thousand times: “Start a social media management business! Charge businesses ₦50,000–₦200,000 monthly to manage their Instagram!”
So what happens? Thousands of young Nigerians create an Instagram page, put “Social Media Manager” in their bio, make a Canva flyer, and start DMing businesses offering their services.
The problem? They have no actual skills.
They don’t know:
- How to write copy that converts
- How to create a content strategy
- How to run paid ads
- How to read analytics
- How to grow engagement organically
- How to create content calendars
They think social media management means “posting nice pictures and writing captions.” It doesn’t.
And what happens when they actually land a client? The client sees zero results after one month and fires them. The “social media manager” loses the client, gets bad reviews, and gives up.
Now here’s the important part — social media management IS a real, profitable business. Some of the best-paid freelancers in Nigeria are social media managers earning ₦300,000–₦1,000,000 monthly.
But the difference between them and the people failing is skill.
The right way to start:
- Take free courses on HubSpot Academy, Google Digital Garage, and Meta Blueprint
- Practice by managing a free account (offer your services to a friend’s small business for 2–3 months for free or at a discount)
- Learn copywriting — this is the MOST important skill
- Build a portfolio of real results before charging premium prices
- Start charging ₦30,000–₦50,000 and increase as you get results
Fake Business #8: Betting Prediction Channels
If you’re paying someone monthly for “sure banker predictions,” I need you to sit down and read this very carefully.
Sports betting is a multi-billion naira industry in Nigeria. Bet9ja, SportyBet, 1xBet, BetKing — these platforms are everywhere. And where there’s betting, there are “prediction experts” ready to take your money.
Here’s the scam:
- A Telegram or WhatsApp channel promises “95% accuracy” on predictions
- They charge ₦5,000–₦20,000 monthly for “VIP tips”
- They post edited screenshots showing wins (never losses)
- They use large groups where members pressure each other to keep paying
The truth? No human being on earth can predict sports outcomes with 95% accuracy. If they could, they’d be billionaires — not selling tips on Telegram for ₦10,000.
What many of these “tipsters” do is simple: they run multiple channels with different predictions. If Channel A says “Team X wins” and Channel B says “Team X loses,” one channel will always be right. They then use that channel to recruit paying members and quietly delete the wrong one.
A report by the National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC) estimates that Nigerian youths spend over ₦2 billion daily on sports betting. Most of them lose.
The math of sports betting:
- Bookmakers build a profit margin (called “vig” or “juice”) into every odd
- Over time, the house ALWAYS wins
- Even if you win today, you’ll likely lose it all back tomorrow
- Prediction channels add another cost on top of your losses
Takeaway: Sports betting is not a business — it’s entertainment with a very high cost. And paying someone for “sure tips” is throwing money away twice. If you must bet, use only money you can 100% afford to lose. Never borrow to bet. Never.
Fake Business #9: Fake E-commerce Stores Selling Nothing
Some people start “online stores” that are nothing more than a Jiji or Instagram page with stolen product photos and zero inventory.
The plan looks like this:
- Create an Instagram page with a fancy name like “LuxeFinds.ng” or “TrendyShopNaija”
- Steal product photos from AliExpress, Shein, or other stores
- Post items at inflated prices
- Wait for customers to pay
- Then try to order the item from the original source — or just disappear with the money
This is not a business. This is fraud.
But here’s the version that’s not fraud but still fails: people who set up online stores without understanding logistics, pricing, customer service, or marketing. They spend ₦100,000 on a website, post 200 products they don’t have in stock, run zero ads, and wonder why nobody is buying.
An online store is not a “build it and they will come” situation.
What a real e-commerce business requires:
- Actual inventory or reliable supplier relationships
- A marketing budget (at minimum, ₦50,000/month)
- Customer service systems (how will you handle returns? Complaints?)
- Delivery logistics (GIG Logistics, Kwik, or self-delivery)
- Product photography and descriptions that convert
Takeaway: If you want to sell online, start small. Sell on WhatsApp or Instagram first. Build a real customer base. Understand your market. Then scale to a website when you have consistent sales and capital.
Fake Business #10: “Pay to Earn” Task Platforms
This is the newest and most dangerous fake business trend in Nigeria right now — and it’s growing fast.
Here’s how it works:
You register on a platform (or an app) by paying ₦3,000–₦30,000. You’re told that you’ll earn money by completing simple tasks: liking social media posts, watching videos, clicking ads, writing reviews.
The platform shows your “earnings” growing in your dashboard. ₦500 here. ₦1,000 there. In a week, your balance shows ₦15,000.
But when you try to withdraw? “You need to upgrade to VIP to withdraw.” The upgrade costs ₦10,000–₦50,000. Some platforms require you to invite 3–5 people before you can withdraw.
This is a Ponzi scheme wearing a tech costume.
These platforms include names that change every few months: NNU, Tronado, Piggyvest (not to be confused with PiggyVest the legitimate savings platform — scammers deliberately create similar names), and dozens of others.
In 2023 alone, platforms like this popped up and disappeared within 3–6 months, leaving hundreds of thousands of Nigerians stranded.
A Twitter user @AfricanTechGirl documented how a “pay to earn” app scammed over 50,000 Nigerians in just two months before disappearing.
How to identify pay-to-earn scams:
- You pay to join
- You earn money for tasks that have no obvious business value
- Your earnings are locked behind additional payments or referrals
- The platform has no registered company name, no verifiable founders, and no app on official stores (Google Play / Apple App Store)
Takeaway: If a platform asks you to pay before you can earn, that’s not a job. That’s a scam. Real freelancing platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, and Selar never charge you to join.
5 Deadly Mistakes That Make You a Target for Fake Businesses
Scammers don’t pick victims randomly. They target people who make these mistakes:
Mistake #1: Trusting testimonials without verification.
Just because someone posted a bank alert screenshot doesn’t mean the business is real. Screenshots can be faked in 30 seconds with any editing app. Always verify independently.
Mistake #2: Making financial decisions under emotional pressure.
“Only 3 slots left!” “This offer ends tonight!” These are manipulation tactics. Any real business opportunity will still be there tomorrow. If they pressure you to decide immediately — that’s your cue to leave.
Mistake #3: Not doing basic research.
Before investing in ANY business, Google: “[Business Name] + scam.” Check Nairaland forums. Search Twitter. Spend 30 minutes researching. This simple habit can save you hundreds of thousands of naira.
Mistake #4: Borrowing money to invest in unverified businesses.
Never — and I mean NEVER — borrow money to put into a business you don’t fully understand. If you lose your own money, it’s painful. If you lose borrowed money, it’s devastating.
Mistake #5: Ignoring registration and regulation.
Check the CAC. Check the SEC. Check the CBN. If a business claiming to manage investments isn’t registered with any regulatory body, your money is not protected. Period.
Takeaway: The best defense against fake businesses isn’t luck — it’s information. You’re already ahead because you’re reading this.
Real Stories: Nigerians Who Lost Everything to Fake Businesses
These stories are real. The names are changed, but the pain is not.
Story 1: Emeka, 28, Lagos — Lost ₦450,000 to a fake forex academy
Emeka was a bank marketer earning ₦85,000/month. He saved for five months and paid ₦120,000 for a “forex mentorship.” He then deposited ₦330,000 into a trading account. His “mentor” told him to take a specific trade with high leverage. He lost everything in a single night. The mentor told him it was “normal” and asked him to deposit more.
Emeka is still repaying the money he borrowed from his aunt.
Story 2: Amina, 34, Kano — Lost ₦280,000 to a Ponzi scheme
Amina ran a small provision store. A customer told her about an “investment platform” paying 40% monthly. She invested her shop’s working capital — ₦280,000. For two months, she received returns. On the third month, the platform crashed. Her shop closed because she had no capital to restock.
She now sells groundnuts by the roadside.
Story 3: Dayo, 22, Ibadan — Lost ₦95,000 to a pay-to-earn platform
Dayo was a final-year student. He paid ₦15,000 to register on a “task earning” platform. He completed tasks daily and watched his balance grow to ₦80,000. When he tried to withdraw, he was told to “upgrade for ₦30,000” and “invite 5 friends.” He paid the upgrade. He invited friends. The platform vanished two weeks later.
His friends haven’t fully forgiven him.
These are not just numbers. These are lives. Dreams. Relationships. Trust.
If reading these stories makes you angry — good. Channel that anger into protecting yourself and warning others.
So What Should You Do Instead?
If all these businesses are fake, what’s real?
Here are legitimate paths that real Nigerians are using to make money right now:
- Learn a digital skill (copywriting, graphic design, web development, video editing) and freelance on Upwork or Fiverr — you can earn in dollars.
- Start a small physical product business — POS business, food business, provision store — with money you can afford to risk.
- Sell your knowledge — If you know something well (JAMB prep, driving, makeup, baking), teach it and charge for it on platforms like Selar or Teachable.
- Remote work — Companies abroad hire Nigerians for customer service, virtual assistance, and data entry. Websites like Remote.co, FlexJobs, and Indeed Remote post these daily.
- Invest in real assets — Government bonds, mutual funds through apps like Bamboo or Risevest (SEC-registered), or real estate cooperatives.
The common thread? Every real business requires skill, time, patience, and effort. Anyone who promises you money without these four ingredients is lying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the most common fake businesses in Nigeria?
A: The most common fake businesses in Nigeria include Ponzi schemes, fake forex academies, money-doubling WhatsApp groups, pay-to-earn platforms, and scam network marketing companies that focus on recruitment fees instead of real products.
Q: How can I verify if a business is legitimate in Nigeria?
A: Check the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) website for registration. For investment platforms, verify with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Also search the business name on Google and Nairaland forums with the word “scam.”
Q: Is network marketing a scam business in Nigeria?
A: Not all network marketing is a scam, but many operating in Nigeria are. If the business makes more money from registration fees and recruitment than from selling actual products to real customers, it’s likely a pyramid scheme disguised as a legitimate business.
Q: Can you really make money from forex in Nigeria?
A: Yes, forex trading is real, but it’s extremely risky. Over 75% of retail traders lose money. Avoid anyone selling “guaranteed profits” or overpriced signal groups. Learn from free resources first, practice with demo accounts, and only trade money you can afford to lose completely.
Q: What should I do if I’ve already lost money to a fake business in Nigeria?
A: Report the business to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) or the SEC if it was an investment scam. Warn others by sharing your experience online. Most importantly, don’t try to “recover” your losses by joining another suspicious scheme — that’s how people lose even more money.
Q: Are pay-to-earn task platforms real businesses?
A: Most pay-to-earn platforms in Nigeria are scams. Any platform that requires you to pay a registration fee before earning, or locks your withdrawals behind upgrades and referrals, is almost certainly a Ponzi scheme. Legitimate freelancing platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, and Selar never charge you to sign up.
Q: What is the safest business to start in Nigeria right now?
A: The safest businesses are those based on real skills and real customer needs — food businesses, POS agent services, freelance digital services, and small-scale retail. Avoid any business that promises quick, passive income with no effort or skill required.
Final Words: Protect Your Money, Protect Your Future {#conclusion}
Let me bring it back to where we started.
My guy in Surulere lost ₦380,000 to a network marketing scam. He’s not stupid. He’s not lazy. He’s a hardworking Nigerian who was desperate for a breakthrough — and someone exploited that desperation.
This article just showed you the 10 most common fake businesses in Nigeria — from Ponzi schemes and fake forex academies to pay-to-earn platforms and money-doubling WhatsApp groups. You now know the 4 red flags to watch for. You’ve seen the real stories of people who lost their savings. And you know the 5 deadly mistakes that make people easy targets.
But knowledge without action is worthless.
Here’s what I need you to do right now:
- Save this article — bookmark it. Come back to it every time someone pitches you a “business opportunity.”
- Share it with 3 people you care about — your brother, your friend, your colleague. Someone on your WhatsApp contact list right now is about to fall for one of these scams. You can save them.
- Drop a comment below — tell me: which of these fake businesses have you encountered? Or which one did you almost fall for? Let’s talk.
The economy is hard. The naira is bleeding. Nobody is going to save us. But the worst thing you can do is hand your scarce money to scammers who are getting rich off your desperation.
Protect your money. Protect your future. And share this article to protect someone else’s.
That guy in Surulere? He’s rebuilding now. He learned copywriting. He’s freelancing on Fiverr. He made ₦120,000 last month — legitimate money. No registration fees. No uplines. No disappearing WhatsApp groups.
If he can come back, so can you. writer.
