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‎Access Holdings Raises Alarm Over WhatsApp Scam Impersonating Chairman | ClipTV Online

Access Bank PLC

‎Access Holdings Plc has raised concerns over a fraudulent WhatsApp scheme in which scammers are impersonating its Chairman, Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, to deceive unsuspecting members of the public.

‎The fraudsters reportedly created a WhatsApp group named “Value Focus Club 60”, using a suspicious phone number and the Chairman’s image to give the scheme a false sense of legitimacy. The group is allegedly being used to promote fake investment opportunities.

‎According to available information, the Chairman is not affiliated with any WhatsApp investment group, and the company does not provide investment advisory services via such informal platforms.

‎The development was brought to light by a whistleblower who flagged the fraudulent activity, prompting urgent warnings to the public.

‎Key Facts to Note

‎The Chairman of Access Holdings is not running any WhatsApp investment group

‎The company does not offer investment advice via WhatsApp

‎Any such communication is fraudulent and should be disregarded


‎Safety Advisory

‎Members of the public are advised to:

‎Avoid joining or engaging with the fraudulent group

‎Refrain from sharing personal or financial information

‎Block and report the suspicious number on WhatsApp

‎Inform friends, family, and colleagues to prevent further victims


‎The company is said to be taking steps to shut down the fraudulent operation, while urging the public to remain vigilant.

‎This incident highlights the growing trend of digital impersonation scams and the need for increased awareness to protect individuals from financial fraud.

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  • Abraham Adaranijo

    ClipTV Online is a media/news platform, covers a range of topics from business, culture, and local news, offering both entertainment and journalistic content​. It also handle forms of media activities like photography, Video, graphic design and online PR.

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Abraham Adaranijo

ClipTV Online is a media/news platform, covers a range of topics from business, culture, and local news, offering both entertainment and journalistic content​. It also handle forms of media activities like photography, Video, graphic design and online PR.

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