CBN Raises Alarm on Fake Emails, Links Used to Hack Bank Accounts
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has raised concerns over an increase in fraudulent emails, messages, and online links designed to compromise bank accounts and steal sensitive financial information.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the bank’s Acting Director of Corporate Communications, Hakama Sidi-Ali, said the deceptive communications are crafted to mislead individuals into revealing confidential data while also spreading false information about the institution’s leadership and policies.
According to the CBN, many of the scam messages prompt recipients to click on suspicious links under the guise of official instructions, with the ultimate aim of gaining unauthorised access to personal and banking details.
The apex bank emphasised that its only official website remains www.cbn.gov.ng
and urged Nigerians to verify any information or communication through authorised channels before taking action.
It also cautioned the public against sharing personal or financial information on unverified platforms, warning that doing so could lead to cyber fraud and financial loss.
The CBN encouraged individuals to report suspicious emails, messages, or websites to relevant law enforcement agencies as part of efforts to combat digital financial crimes.
Reaffirming its commitment to protecting the financial system, the bank said it is strengthening its cybersecurity framework in collaboration with security agencies to curb the growing threat of online fraud.
