Daniel Adaji
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has warned Nigerians about the circulation of fraudulent emails, messages and online links designed to deceive bank customers and compromise their personal information.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by its Acting Director of Corporate Communications, Hakama Sidi-Ali, the apex bank said the misleading communications falsely claim to originate from or be associated with the CBN, with the intent to misinform the public and gain unauthorized access to users’ accounts.
The CBN noted that such messages often prompt recipients to click suspicious links and spread false information about the bank’s leadership, licensing, and policy matters.
“These fraudulent messages… are intended to hack personal accounts,” the statement said.
The bank urged members of the public to remain vigilant and avoid engaging with unverified online content, stressing that its official website remains www.cbn.gov.ng.
It advised Nigerians to refrain from clicking unknown links or sharing sensitive personal information on suspicious platforms, and to verify all communications purportedly from the CBN through its official website and recognised media channels.
The apex bank also called on the public to report any suspected fraudulent emails, websites or messages to law enforcement authorities.
Reaffirming its commitment to financial system security, the CBN said it is strengthening its cybersecurity frameworks in collaboration with relevant agencies to protect Nigerians from digital fraud.
