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Scammers Hijack Cross River Governor’s Phone Number, Exploit it to Solicit Aid

Criminals on Sunday morning hacked Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu’s phone number and have been dishing out orders.

According to a statement from Emmanuel Ogbeche, the governor’s chief press secretary, the criminals have allegedly sent out unsolicited messages from Governor Bassey Otu asking for cash assistance.

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The public is cautioned not to accept such communications by the statement.

“The public is pleased advised to disregard any such messages purportedly from the Governor.

“One of the Governor’s mobile numbers was breached by hi-tech criminals in the early hours of Sunday, February 11, 2024.

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“The hackers have gone on to utilise the breached number to advance their nefarious activities to try to scam unsuspecting individuals. Please, do not fall to such devious attempt.” [CONTINUE READING HERE]

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