In the bustling streets of Ajah, Lagos, a humble bus driver known affectionately as “Mr. Righteous” stands out not only for his impeccable attire but also for his unwavering integrity.
Despite being hailed as an engineer by his fellow drivers due to his attire, Mr. Righteous is a simple man from Imo State, standing about 5ft tall with a white beard, believed to be in his late sixties.
His reputation for honesty and integrity reached new heights when he returned a company laptop left behind by a passenger.
The incident unfolded late evening when a passenger, accompanied by her company’s vital laptop, boarded Mr. Righteous’s bus. Despite the short distance to her destination, she inadvertently left the laptop on the bus upon disembarking.
Frantic efforts ensued as the passenger and her spouse scoured the area in search of the honest driver.
Despite facing heavy traffic, their determination prevailed as they navigated back and forth between destinations, hopeful of reclaiming the lost laptop. Throughout the ordeal, the passenger’s distress was palpable, compounded by the looming repercussions of the lost device on her professional life.
Hope prevailed as the couple returned to the bus station the following morning, greeted by a chorus of empathetic drivers. Their anxiety turned to elation as Mr. Righteous emerged, laptop in hand, triggering tears of joy from the relieved passenger.
Gratitude overflowed as they embraced the humble driver, expressing heartfelt thanks for his honesty and timely intervention.
For Mr. Righteous, returning the laptop was not an extraordinary act but simply the right thing to do. His concern extended beyond the mere retrieval of lost property, acknowledging the emotional toll it