A website, extrainincome.xyz, is currently being shared across WhatsApp, Telegram, and Facebook, claiming that users can earn money by completing simple online tasks such as quizzes, surveys, and advertisements. The platform promises fast and easy income, attracting many unsuspecting Nigerians who are seeking legitimate online opportunities. However, upon closer examination, extrainincome.xyz displays several characteristics that are consistent with known scam websites previously exposed in Nigeria, such as MMM, CBEX, and other fraudulent investment platforms. Verification 1. Suspicious Domain SetupThe domain extrainincome.xyz is recently registered and hides its ownership details — a common red flag among fraudulent websites. Scam operators often…
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A fraudulent website, https://nctocct.com, is making rounds online, claiming to offer N450,000 NIRSAL Microfinance Bank (NMFB) Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) as part of the NCTO Household Uplifting Programme. This scam lures unsuspecting individuals with promises of financial relief but demands a ₦3,000 acceptance fee. Here’s what we uncovered. The Claim The fake platform sends messages like: “Dear Household, Kindly Accept Your N450,000.00 NIRSAL Microfinance TCF for NCTO Household Uplifting Programme Conditional Cash Transfer at: https://nctocct.com.” Once victims enter their phone numbers on the website, they are shown another person’s details, creating confusion and false urgency. The site then instructs users…
A viral post currently circulating on WhatsApp, Facebook, and other platforms claims that multinational food and beverage company NESTLÉ is recruiting 50,000 Nigerian youths for its Learnership Applications Training Programme 2025. The message promises participants a monthly stipend of ₦300,000 – ₦600,000, along with free transport allowance, accommodation, and meals. It instructs applicants to apply through a suspicious link: https://nestle-learnerships.apply-now.cloud Verification No announcement by Nestlé Nigeria or Nestlé Global: A check on Nestlé’s official website and verified social media pages shows no such recruitment or learnership programme. Nestlé typically announces genuine opportunities via its official career portal (www.nestle.com/jobs) or through…
A viral message circulating on WhatsApp and social media claims that the Federal Government of Nigeria is distributing free solar cookers to over 10 million households across the 36 states. The message includes a link asking people to click and apply for the supposed “Solar-Power Clean Cooking Initiative.” The message reads in part: “Over 10 Million Nigeria residents across all 36 States will receive Free SOLAR-COOKER each; as FG targets 10 million households with solar power clean cooking initiative. This Portal is Opened for Citizens who are yet to receive from this ongoing solar-power cooking initiative or who is yet…
A job advert has been circulating on social media and messaging platforms with the headline: “Company Needs Persons Who Can Attend To Customers Complaints On WhatsAppWhatsApp Customer Service JobSalary is ₦185,000 monthlyApply Via Linkhttps://www.oneric.xyz/p/whatsapp-customer-service-job.html” The Claim The message claims that a company is urgently recruiting people to work as WhatsApp customer service agents, promising a monthly salary of ₦185,000. It also provides an external link for people to apply. The Facts No official company name provided – The advert does not mention the name of any legitimate company conducting the recruitment. Genuine job openings always identify the employer. Unrealistic salary…
A fraudulent email is currently circulating, claiming that applicants have been shortlisted for a job vacancy at the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) and requesting a payment of ₦1,250 for “consultancy clearance.” The email instructs recipients to pay this amount to a supposed Federal Government Human Resource Consultant before receiving a “posting letter” for employment at one of four government agencies. It even includes a link labeled Click Here and emphasizes that payment must be made to secure the job offer. Why this is fake: The CDCFIB has officially stated that shortlisting has not yet begun.…
Recent reports have revealed a shocking statistic — over 7 million WhatsApp accounts have been linked to scams, fraud, and other malicious activities. This figure is a stark reminder of how vulnerable digital communication platforms can be when targeted by cybercriminals. With WhatsApp being the most widely used messaging application in Africa and many other regions, the scale of this problem is alarming. From phishing messages to impersonation and fake investment schemes, these compromised accounts are being used to deceive unsuspecting individuals, steal sensitive information, and defraud victims of significant sums of money. Cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting WhatsApp’s popularity to…
A message claiming the Federal Government of Nigeria is distributing ₦185,000 under a supposed National Family Support Allowance, allegedly approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Minister of Humanitarian Affairs Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, is circulating via https://gvly.xyz/FG-National-Family-Support-Allowance. The message urges Nigerians to share widely and asserts the scheme will run for three months. Verification & Truth 1. No Official Program Exists While the Federal Government has active social intervention schemes under the National Social Investment Programme ‒ including conditional cash transfers and household loans ‒ there is no official announcement of a ₦185,000 family allowance program of this nature. 2.…
A fraudulent promotion claiming that OPay is giving ₦5,000 cash bonuses to all customers for its 7th anniversary is circulating with the link: https://cut-ly.com/opay@7-5k-giveaway Users are prompted to answer questions and share the link to claim the supposed giveaway. What the claim says: Guaranteed Cash Bonus: All (new and existing) OPay users will receive ₦5,000 instantly. Anniversary Hook: The giveaway is timed to celebrate OPay’s 7th anniversary. Easy Access: Recipients are told to answer a few questions and click the link to claim the money. Why this is false: No Giveaway by OPay Established fact-checkers and OPay itself have previously…
Several NGOs and business owners in Nigeria have reported receiving calls from 02015268799, urging recipients to update their company details via a “new CAC portal.” They’re then followed up by WhatsApp messages from 08141709869, claiming to be CAC officials ready to assist with applying and downloading an app. One such message reads: Hello, Good morning. This is an official from the Corporate Affairs Commission. Our notification department reached out to you. Are you available now so we can assist you to installing the application to enable you update your company information? CAC has a new portal where you can do…