Actress Funke Akindele exposes fraudster using her name to defraud fans

Nigerian actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has taken to social media to alert her fans about a scammer impersonating her to defraud unsuspecting victims.

The scammer, identified as Prosper Paul, has been using Akindele’s name and picture to send fraudulent messages via WhatsApp, asking for money with the promise of repayment the following day.

Akindele, known for her roles in popular films and television series, shared screenshots of the scammer’s messages on her X (formerly Twitter) account and Instagram story, urging her fans and followers to be cautious.

In her posts, she expressed concern over the situation and emphasized that she would never solicit money from anyone in such a manner.

She captioned the post: “Pls beware!!! This is not from me!! Prosper!!! E no go prosper for you o!!! Ole!!!”

This incident came shortly after Funke Akindele celebrated her birthday, receiving praise and well-wishes from her colleagues and fans.

The actress has called on her fans to stay vigilant and not to fall for the scam, reminding them to verify any suspicious messages they might receive.

She also encouraged them to report any similar incidents to the appropriate authorities to prevent others from becoming victims.

This incident highlights the growing issue of online fraud, where scammers exploit the identities of celebrities and public figures to deceive people.

Funke Akindele’s swift action in exposing the scammer serves as a warning to others and reinforces the importance of being cautious in the digital age.