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SCAM ALERT: National Identification Number(NIN) & Banking Scams

Submitted by admin on Thu, 01/28/2021 - 12:43

Scamwatch Nigeria is warning Bank Customers to watch out for scammers impersonating Banks and requestng that phone numbers linked with bank accounts MUST be linked to their NIN (National Identification Number) or stand the risk of loosing their accounts.

We have received over a 100 Reports from Nigerians who has fallen from such scams by sending their banking details through a web form designed by the Cybercriminals.

Below is a sample of a fraudulent email and the warming signs you should look out for:

You can safely verify or enroll for your NIN on NIMC official website here : https://nimc.gov.ng

If you have sent your banking or personal information to Cybercriminals already, Contact your Bank immediately and send us a report to enable warn others.

 

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