The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has warned against purported fraudulent claims and fictitious contracts, by some individuals and groups fronting for the apex bank, reports ITREALMS.
ITREALMS, informed that the attention of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has been drawn once again to the activities of individuals and groups falsely claiming to represent or act on behalf of the CBN.
These actors, she said, continue to circulate fictitious offers of contracts, loans, grants, intervention funds, and other financial benefits allegedly issued or endorsed by the CBN.
Despite the public advisory issued on November 18, 2024, through the Bank's official channels and news outlets, these misleading schemes have persisted, targeting unsuspecting members of the public with false and deceptive narratives.
The CBN wishes to reiterate that it has not authorised, licensed, or appointed any individual, group, or organisation to act as an agent or intermediary in offering contracts, financial grants, or intervention funds to the public. The CBN also does not endorse or support such claims in any form.
Members of the public are advised that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not award contracts or disburse funds through unsolicited communications such as emails, phone calls, SMS, WhatsApp, or any social media platform. It also does not request payment of fees in exchange for contracts, grants, or financial interventions, nor does it engage intermediaries or third parties to offer financial services or opportunities to the public.
"If you are approached by individuals or entities making such claims, we strongly advise that you do not engage with them. Instead, such incidents should be reported immediately to the relevant law enforcement agencies or the nearest CBN branch," she said.
The Central Bank of Nigeria remains committed to safeguarding the financial interests of the Nigerian public and continues to work closely with security agencies to investigate and address fraudulent activities.
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It's very concerning to see how persistent and sophisticated these fraudulent schemes have become, especially when they falsely use the name of reputable institutions like the Central Bank of Nigeria. Public awareness and caution are more important than ever to avoid falling victim to such scams. Just as it's crucial to verify the authenticity of financial communications, students and professionals should also ensure they're using trusted platforms when seeking academic support—whether it's for research, assignments, or a <a href='https://allassignmenthelp.org/presentation-help/">presentation help service</a>. Credibility and security should always come first.
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