US online streamer and YouTuber, Kai Carlo Cenat III, has made a generous donation of $3,000 towards a school project in the Makoko community of Lagos, Nigeria. Makoko is a densely populated waterfront slum known for its unique stilted and floating structures along the Lagos Lagoon.
Cenat’s visit to Nigeria was arranged by Nigerian skit maker and content creator, Shank, who accompanied him during his exploration of the area. The duo sampled Nigerian cuisine, interacted with children at a local school, and even visited a project in need of support.
During a car ride, Shank expressed surprise at Cenat’s donation of $3,000 to a random person. Cenat clarified that the money was intended for a school project and inquired if it would be sufficient. His kind gesture was met with positive reactions on social media.
After Cenat’s donation, the founder of the school, Michael Oyiga, provided an update He wrote;
“Immediately Kai Cenat drop the donations with the principal of the school, I left. I don’t even know how much he gave. I just took him there. And this Nasty fellow say I carry am go there cause I wan cash out. We gather Dey,” he tweeted.
It was later stated that the school needed 5-10 million for a new structure. Kai Cenat’s donation of $2,800 was enough to kickstart the project, allowing the work to begin with.
Overall, Cenat’s generosity and support for the community in Makoko have made a significant impact, demonstrating the power of giving back and making a difference.