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Scam guides for Nigeria

Plain-language guides on how scams work and how to check before you pay. No loose guard.

How to Check if a Phone Number Is a Scam in Nigeria

A practical guide to checking whether a Nigerian phone number is a scam: red flags to watch for, what to check, and what to do before you send money.

Common Scams in Nigeria and How to Spot Them

The most common online and phone scams in Nigeria, including fake jobs, fake online stores, loan app harassment, romance fraud and investment schemes, with warning signs for each.

How to Know if a Website or Online Store Is Fake

Learn how to tell whether a website or online store in Nigeria is fake or legitimate: domain age, payment options, contact details, reviews and technical checks.

Fake Job Offer Red Flags in Nigeria

How to spot fake job offers in Nigeria: payment requests, WhatsApp-only interviews, vague company details and other red flags, plus how to verify a recruiter.