Blord’s “iPhone 17 Pro” Sparks Outrage: Nigerians React

Culture Oct 16, 2025 0 5 Add to Reading List

Social media influencer and businessman Blord has found himself at the centre of controversy after unveiling what he called an iPhone 17 Pro, a device now revealed to be a refurbished iPhone XR. The story has taken over Nigerian Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, with thousands of people questioning how an older model could suddenly become a “new release” and sell for around ₦400,000.

The uproar has ignited a wider conversation about fake iPhones in Nigeria, influencer marketing ethics, and how far people will go to appear trendy in the digital age.

What Exactly Did Blord Do?

Blord, whose real name is Linus Williams Ifejika, posted a video showcasing what appeared to be a brand-new iPhone 17 Pro. The device looked almost identical to Apple’s official design, glossy finish, triple camera setup, and all the visual cues of a high-end model. In his words: “…brand new iPhone XR that was modified to 17 Pro”