Man devastated after losing N33m meant for studies abroad to sports betting, seeks financial help

Dismas Mutai, a Kenyan man from Eldoret, has been left devastated after losing KSh 2.8 million (N33 million) meant for his studies abroad to online betting on Aviator.

Mutai, who had secured a scholarship for a Master’s program at Anglia Ruskin University in London, admitted the loss had taken a toll on his mental well-being.

Taking to social media, he pleaded for help from well-wishers, including politicians, acknowledging his gambling addiction and apologizing to his family and community.

Despite his setback, Mutai remains hopeful for a second chance to pursue his dreams.

“I’m not okay; I will no longer pretend to be okay. I have fallen into a disastrous trap. A trap that I never anticipated in my life. Depression is slowly taking me to the grave.

“You must have even noticed an unusual change in my behaviour. Aviator flew away with over KSh 2.8 million of people’s money,”

“To my mum and the entire family, forgive me. I understand the level of trust you had in me. I have weaknesses just like any other human being, and this has become my greatest weakness,”

“Perhaps the UK was not meant for me, but just give me a chance to survive so that I can be a living testimony to many,” he stated as quoted by Tuko News, a popular Kenyan news website.