Spot fake transfer alerts and payment scams

Fake alerts are messages or screenshots that look like a payment but no money arrived. They cost sellers real stock. One rule stops most of them: only trust your own bank app.

Fake alert na message or screenshot wey resemble payment but no money land. E dey cost sellers real stock. One rule go stop most of dem: trust only your own bank app.

Do it in 4 steps

1. 1
   Check your bank app or statementNot an SMS, not a screenshot. The money must show in your balance.
2. 2
   Don’t rush because a buyer rushes“My rider is waiting outside” is a common trick.
3. 3
   Watch for overpaymentsA buyer “pays too much” and asks for a refund of the difference. Wait until the money is really there.
4. 4
   Report itTell your bank fast and keep the chat as evidence.