Businessman Loses a ₦10 Million Ticket and Family Vacation: A Costly Lesson in Travel Planning

Traveling abroad with family is supposed to be a joyful experience, memories made, new opportunities explored, and quality time spent together. For one businessman and his son, that dream turned into heartbreak, all because of one decision. This is not just a story about a missed trip. It’s a lesson for every traveler on the dangers of shortcuts, misinformation, and trusting the wrong agents. Our client had carefully planned a trip to Canada with his son. He invested millions of naira into securing their tickets, eager to create unforgettable memories. Everything seemed set for a smooth journey. But then, temptation came knocking. A friend told him that it was possible to secure a US visa in less than one week — a process that usually takes at least three weeks. Eager to maximize opportunities and be trustful of the advice, he paid another agent who confidently assured him that the process would be completed in record time and that his passport would be back before his Canada trip....