By Sulaymon Ruqoya
August 27th, 2024
Renowned Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has issued a stern warning to her fans and the general public about a scammer impersonating her to solicit funds. The actress took to social media to expose an individual known as “Prosper,” who has been using her name and image to deceive unsuspecting individuals.
Akindele shared a screenshot of a WhatsApp conversation where the scammer, pretending to be her, requested a loan of N200,000 from a victim, promising repayment the next day. The scammer even used Funke’s picture to add credibility to the fraudulent request.
In her post, the actress urged her followers to remain vigilant, clarifying that she has no ties to the scam. She emphatically stated, “Please beware! This is not from me! Prosper, you will not prosper! Thief!”
Funke Akindele also advised the public to exercise caution and to avoid becoming victims of such scams. She encouraged her fans to verify any unusual requests for money or assistance allegedly coming from her or any other celebrity before taking action.