By Rabiu Sirajo Toro
How hackers manage to compromise people’s accounts, particularly on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and especially WhatsApp, and often send messages to the contacts of the account owner, requesting money for account details that do not match the owner’s name is baffling.
They frequently claim that network glitches or limits have been exceeded to justify their requests.
This situation has occurred multiple times, yet people seem to overlook it. It’s essential to consider the different account details compared to the owner’s, as well as the context in which the message is written.
Some messages might be the first communication between two individuals, leading the recipient to act without hesitation. Instead of questioning or calling the person for confirmation, they may decide to send money immediately.
We must remain vigilant regarding anything related to money and property, as scammers are becoming more prevalent.
Many people are looking for quick and questionable wealth by any means possible.The first time I received such a message from someone of high status, I promptly contacted the owner of the phone number and discovered that I was the first person to inform her about the incident.
Whenever you receive a message that seems abnormal in your daily chats, especially one that involves a request for money, it is crucial to call that person for confirmation if you can’t ignore it.
For added security, anyone you are involved in business with or who might send you money should always confirm transactions first, preferably through phone calls rather than platforms alone or physical meetings are preferable for any monetary exchange.
We must make an effort to remember these incidents and protect ourselves from scammers.
Rabiu Sirajo wrote in from Toro Local Government Area in Bauchi State.