Renowned Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has issued a public notice regarding an individual posing as her to solicit funds.
The actress has identified the individual as “Prosper,” who
has been using her name and image to deceive unsuspecting individuals.
Akindele shared evidence of the fraudulent activity,
including a screenshot of a WhatsApp conversation in which the scammer,
impersonating the actress, requests a loan of N200,000, promising repayment the
following day.
The scammer's message was accompanied by Funke’s photograph,
further legitimizing the request.
In her statement, the actress urges her followers to
exercise caution and vigilance, emphasizing that she has no affiliation with
these fraudulent activities.
She wrote, “Pls beware!!! This is not from me!! Prosper!!! E
no go prosper for you o!!! Ole!!!”
Funke Akindele cautioned the public to exercise vigilance
and avoid becoming victims of fraudulent schemes.
She strongly advised her fans to thoroughly verify any
unexpected requests for financial assistance or support that appear to
originate from her or any other public figure before taking any action.