Top 1 Scam Country - NIGERIA

Nigeria — Most Common Scam Types (with numbers and detailed explanations)

1. Impersonating Celebrities

1.1. Fake accounts: Scammers copy real celebrity profiles to appear legitimate.
1.2. Fake investments / promotions: They claim to represent celebrities endorsing “businesses,” crypto, or charity projects.
1.3. Fake giveaways / fan cards: Offering “money giveaways” or “official fan cards” that require small “processing” or “membership” fees.

💡 Tip: Verified accounts have blue checkmarks. Real celebrities never DM fans for money or “exclusive opportunities.”

2. Romance Scams as Celebrities

2.1. Scammers pretend to be a famous actor, musician, or influencer who “falls in love” with the victim online.
2.2. They start by saying they want to get to know you better, sending daily messages to build emotional trust.
2.3. Once trust is built, they ask for money for “travel,” “privacy,” “medical bills,” or “emergencies.”
2.4. They mostly target women, especially those kind, caring, or lonely, who they believe will help out of sympathy.
💡 Tip: Celebrities do not form private romantic relationships online. If someone claiming to be a public figure expresses love or asks for money — it’s 100% a scam.

3. Impersonating Soldiers / Military Personnel

3.1. Scammers pose as soldiers deployed overseas, using fake photos and emotional stories.
3.2. They often say they want to “get to know you” or “settle down” after deployment.
3.3. Requests for money soon follow — for “leave approval,” “shipment fees,” or “communication costs.”
💡 Tip: Never send money to anyone claiming to be a soldier met online.

4. Impersonating Companies (Brand Scams)

4.1. Fake job offers, partnership proposals, or invoices using company logos and fake websites.
4.2. Phishing emails or forms asking for personal or banking info.
💡 Tip: Always check official company websites or phone numbers before sharing information.

5. Impersonating Friends / Partners/ Family

5.1. Hacked or cloned social media accounts message you pretending to be someone you know.
5.2. They often say things like “I missed you” or “Can we talk privately?” to sound friendly before asking for help.
💡 Tip: If someone you know asks for money or private help online — verify by voice or video first.

6. Impersonating Doctors / Medical Professionals

6.1. Fake doctors offer online treatments, medical certificates, Romance, or miracle cures for a fee.
6.2. Some claim to need donations for “sick children” or “medical emergencies.”
💡 Tip: Verify medical licenses and avoid sending funds to personal accounts.

7. Impersonating Government Officials

7.1. Scammers pretend to be from tax offices, police, immigration, or embassy departments.
7.2. They threaten arrest, fines, or visa cancellation unless payment is made immediately.
💡 Tip: Real government agencies never contact people through WhatsApp, Gmail, or social media for payments.

8. “Recovery Fund” / “Hackers” Scams

8.1. Fake “recovery experts” claim they can recover stolen funds, hacked accounts, or crypto.
8.2. They ask for “service fees” or “verification deposits.”
💡 Tip: Never pay anyone promising to recover your money — report directly to your bank or authorities.

9. Money Giveaway Scams

9.1. Social media posts claim you’ve “won money” or “been selected” for a giveaway.
9.2. Scammers then request a “processing/delivery” fees.
💡 Tip: Real giveaways never ask winners to pay any fees or share personal banking info.

10. Fan Card Scams

10.1. Fake “official fan cards” or “celebrity memberships” sold through social media/websites.
10.2. Victims are promised private access, gifts, or meet-and-greets that never happen.
💡 Tip: Only join fan programs listed on verified celebrity official websites or official verified social pages.

⚠️ Common Pattern in All These Scams

Scammers start conversations gently, saying things like "Thanks for the support, how long have you been a fan, Where are you from"  “I just want to get to know you better.” 

They build emotional trust, acting caring, patient, and friendly.

Most targets are women, because scammers rely on emotional manipulation and sympathy.

Once trust is gained, they introduce excuses to request money, gift cards, or bank transfers.

💡 Stay alert. Always research if a celebrity is in the hospital, doing a real giveaway, selling fan cards, never share money or personal details online, and report suspicious accounts immediately, ONLY trust verified pages