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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.
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‎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.
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‎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.
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‎The development was brought to light by a whistleblower who flagged the fraudulent activity, prompting urgent warnings to the public.
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‎Key Facts to Note
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‎The Chairman of Access Holdings is not running any WhatsApp investment group
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‎The company does not offer investment advice via WhatsApp
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‎Any such communication is fraudulent and should be disregarded
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‎Safety Advisory
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‎Members of the public are advised to:
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‎Avoid joining or engaging with the fraudulent group
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‎Refrain from sharing personal or financial information
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‎Block and report the suspicious number on WhatsApp
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‎Inform friends, family, and colleagues to prevent further victims
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‎The company is said to be taking steps to shut down the fraudulent operation, while urging the public to remain vigilant.
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‎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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