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23 wrz 2019 · In our series of letters from African writers, Nigerian novelist Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani laments that internet scammers have become role models for many youths in her country.
9 paź 2024 · The Nigerian letter scam, also known as “419 fraud” or advance fee fraud, is one of the most enduring types of financial fraud. Originating in Nigeria, the scam promises victims large sums of money in exchange for assistance, only to ask for upfront payments that never lead to a payout.
Nigerian scam oraz 419 scam – wywodzącej się od numeru artykułu w kodeksie karnym Nigerii, dotyczącym tego przestępstwa. Jest to oszustwo polegające na wyłudzeniu środków finansowych oraz danych osobowych wysyłanych dobrowolnie przez ofiary prosto do oszusta.
23 cze 2024 · In 2020, the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) reported nearly $2.5 billion in losses tied to cybercrimes originating in Nigeria. But why and how has Nigeria gained this ‘reputation’ as a source of so many, industrial-scale scams?
13 maj 2024 · Nigeria is one of the worst countries when it comes to internet scamming. Specifically, the 419 fraud cases. This articles looks to the different ways these scams happen and the 419 law they are named after.
22 wrz 2023 · The Nigerian scam – also known as a 419 scam – is a form of advanced fee fraud that’s typically carried out via email. We look at its history, most recent convolutions and provide advice on identifying similar scams.
19 mar 2022 · The Nigerian scam, also known as the "419 scam" or "advance-fee fraud," is a notorious type of internet fraud that has been around for decades. Originating from Nigeria, the scam has spread globally, targeting victims with the promise of financial rewards in exchange for an upfront payment.
