The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), on Tuesday warned members of the public about the circulation of fraudulent messages, emails, and online communications falsely claiming to originate from the apex bank.
In a statement, the CBN said the misleading messages are designed to spread false information about its leadership, licensing, and policy issues, while also attempting to trick unsuspecting individuals into clicking malicious links and compromising their personal accounts.
The bank stressed that its official website remains www.cbn.gov.ng and urged the public to rely only on verified sources for information.
It advised Nigerians to avoid clicking on suspicious links or sharing personal information on unverified platforms, and to always confirm the authenticity of any communication through the CBN’s official website and recognised media channels.
The apex bank also called on the public to report any suspected fraudulent websites, emails, or messages to law enforcement authorities.
Reaffirming its commitment to protecting the financial system, the CBN said it is continuously strengthening its cybersecurity frameworks in collaboration with relevant agencies to safeguard the public against digital fraud.
