I now understand why some rich people cry when their account gets frozen. Because tell me why I will have money and not have access to it? That's really emotional.
This seat will test your patience.
Something that was supposed to be a quick one at the bank, ended up taking the entire day_cation, just that this caption trip involves to cocktails, no coconut water, no snacks just me and my son seating on a strong iron chair that is designed specifically to test one's patience and tickle your spine.
This whole saga just began with " transaction not permitted" message I get each time I want to use my ATM card or USSD. I was thinking it is harmless message that can be fixed with no just time. But I was wrong.
That message sent, took me on a hunt featuring endless queue, back and forth document dramer, name change and many more.
How did I get here? With all the papers.
And yes, my son was with me the entire time, he went from enjoying the Cool air, "to being bored " to " mummy lets go home and finally he slept off.
My boy made wise us of his time here.
I ended up getting my NIN card (again), ran around for an affidavit because apparently my name wasn't my name anymore because of the arrangement. And don’t get me started on the bank staff who was just pointing out all these errors and requesting for many documents which aren't with me.
The crowd waiting to be attended to. And more are still coming.
I was bonding with my fellow waiters and I even helping some fill their documents and lending my pen. I was more helpful than the staffs. One of my fellow waiters glanced at me when she was leaving saying " you are still here? " I said" sis....I now live here now." Everyone laughed out loud.
Transaction not permitted… access in 8 working days. I have money but can’t touch it. Just vibes and affidavit.
Moral of this story: Always keep your documents updated and take them along when going to the bank, always carry snacks, food and water when going to the bank, and never underestimate the strength of the bank chair. They were built for war.
Now, someone please unfreeze my account before I start GoFundMe because I can't wait till that eight working days
