Claim A website (https://Ramd-grant.give-out.today) is circulating online, claiming to offer a Ramadan Relief Package 2025 for Muslims in need. The website asks applicants to provide personal details such as name, country, phone number, and city before submitting their application. After applying, users are taken to a confirmation page featuring fake Facebook-style comments, claiming that people have already received their relief package. Verdict: False The claim is false. The website is fraudulent and is not affiliated with any legitimate humanitarian organization or government relief initiative. Analysis 1. No Verified Ramadan Relief Program There is no known international or government-backed relief program…
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Claim A website circulating on social media, https://qpetition.org/NPC-Ad-Hoc-Staff-Recruitment.html, claims to offer recruitment opportunities for the 2025 National Population Census (NPC) Ad-Hoc Staff. The site requests applicants’ personal details and requires them to share the link with others before proceeding. Verdict: False The claim is false. This website is fraudulent and not affiliated with the National Population Commission (NPC) or the Nigerian government. Analysis 1. No Official NPC Recruitment for 2025 The National Population Commission (NPC) has not announced any official recruitment for the 2025 census. Recruitment processes for government agencies, including NPC, are conducted through official government websites and verified…
A viral message on social media alleges that the Federal Government of Nigeria is distributing ₦75,000 to all citizens as a cash transfer initiative to combat inflation. The message claims that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu instructed the Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, to relaunch the scheme. It directs recipients to apply via a provided link and asks applicants to share the information with 15 people or 5 WhatsApp groups. Also, applicants are required to submit personal details such as their name, phone number, bank account information, state, and local government area. This claim has gained significant traction, but further investigation…
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 website 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…
Scammers are increasingly exploiting WhatsApp to promote fraudulent investment schemes, targeting unsuspecting Nigerians with promises of quick and exaggerated returns. Two such platforms, Boldgain Investment Platform and Octa GX Global Trade Investment Platform, have become prominent examples of this alarming trend. How These Scams Operate These platforms often claim to help individuals achieve financial stability through “investment opportunities.” They use enticing offers such as tripling your initial investment within minutes or offering unrealistic profit margins. For example: * Boldgain Investment Platform claims that investing ₦200,000 will yield ₦400,000 in just 45 minutes. * Octa GX Global Trade Investment Platform promises…
A message circulating online claims that over 960,000 students in Nigeria will receive free laptops under a “Students Laptop Scheme 2025.” The message invites students who cannot afford laptops to apply via a link: https://hd.ke/Students-FREE-LAPTOP. It further alleges that applications have begun and some students have already received laptops. Upon investigation, this claim is false and part of a phishing scheme designed to deceive unsuspecting individuals. Red Flags Identified Unverified Source: The website URL provided is not linked to any official Nigerian government agency or credible educational institution. Genuine government schemes in Nigeria typically use domains ending in .gov.ng, or…
This link, https://afatm.org/, has been circulating online, promising users easy rewards and points for completing simple tasks. At first glance, it may seem like a harmless online opportunity, but a deeper analysis reveals signs of a hacking scheme. Below is a step-by-step breakdown of the process, how scammers craft it to entrap users, and what makes it suspicious. 1. Homepage with Enticing Promises When you click the link, it directs you to the homepage. The homepage is designed to be flashy and persuasive, offering promises of quick rewards with you earning just by clicking a button What’s wrong: These promises…
Phishing scams are a prevalent form of cyberattack that exploit unsuspecting users by mimicking trusted organizations. A suspicious link, https://lnkshk.com/Unicef-ref.portal which also appears as https://unicef-jobs.get-paid.online/, claims to represent UNICEF but displays several red flags. We will analyse the steps presented when the link is clicked, to reveal its true nature and confirm if it is a phishing attempt. Step-by-Step Analysis: Welcome Message Page: A legitimate UNICEF page would use a verified URL (e.g., unicef.org or a subdomain).The link provided, https://lnkshk.com/Unicef-ref.portal, does not match UNICEF’s official domain, which is already a red flag. Application Form: Once clicked, the user is directed…
In today’s interconnected world, children are increasingly exposed to the vast landscape of the internet from a young age. While the digital realm offers boundless opportunities for learning, creativity, and social interaction, it also harbors numerous risks that can pose threats to children’s safety and well-being. From cyberbullying and online predators to exposure to inappropriate content, the online world presents challenges that parents and caregivers must navigate to ensure their children’s safety. In the face of these challenges, harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a promising solution to protect our children and foster a safer online environment.…
This article demonstrated a straightforward method for checking the phone numbers linked to your National Identification Number (NIN). This process is crucial for ensuring your personal information is secure and preventing unauthorized access to your NIN. Here’s a step-by-step guide: Step 1: Dial the USSD Code Using any mobile phone with an active Nigerian SIM card, open your phone’s dialer and dial the following code: *996# Step 2: Select “View NIN Status” After dialing the code, a menu will appear on your screen. Look for the option labeled “View NIN Status” (usually option 4) and select it. Step 3: Choose…