DUBAI: A five-year-old Indian boy has become a millionaire overnight after winning a lottery at a national bond draw, reports the Press Trust of India on Tuesday.
Ebrahim Fahimuddin Shaikh became the second millionaire in the year when the February draw of National Bonds Corporation picked his name.
Ebrahim’s father received the life changing call on Saturday.
“At first, I thought it was a prank call so I carried along with the call, shortly after it struck me, I am truly really speaking to National Bonds CEO in person,” he said.
“I was overwhelmed with joy and happiness for my son! I realised I have just become the father of a millionaire and that my continued dedication to teaching Ebrahim the importance of savings has just been rewarded,” Sheikh said.
Sheikh said he opted to save for his child’s future at a young age with National Bonds saving scheme.
The young winner said: “Thank You, National Bonds. I want to buy candy and sweets with it, save like my dad and get toys and gifts for my family.” – Bernama