What began as acts of generosity by celebrities and influencers has increasingly sparked concerns about the unintended consequences of flashing cash and handing out money to street beggars in busy parts of Lagos. Videos of public figures stopping on the streets to distribute cash to beggars often attract thousands of views and comments on social media. It is about how public displays of cash can create the perception that aggressively approaching motorists is a reliable way to receive money. When videos of celebrities handing out cash to large groups of street beggars go viral, they can advertise particular locations as places where money is readily available. This has raised concerns that more people, including children and vulnerable individuals, could be drawn into street begging, while organised networks may also exploit the situation.