Nollywood star Adeniyi Johnson has issued an urgent public disclaimer regarding a fraudulent scheme involving an individual misappropriating his identity.
In a social media alert shared on Tuesday via his official Instagram handle, Johnson revealed that a scammer, reportedly operating from the United Kingdom, has been masquerading as him to interact with unsuspecting fans online.
Key Details of the Disclaimer
To protect his followers and maintain his reputation, the actor provided the following clarifications:
Evidence of Fraud: Johnson shared a screenshot of a chat involving the impersonator to highlight the scammer’s tactics.
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Zero Affiliation: He explicitly stated that he has no connection to the individual or the accounts being used.
Safety Warning: Fans are urged to disregard any messages, solicitations, or business proposals coming from unauthorized sources claiming to be him.
“I have no affiliation with this person and do not authorize any communication from them,” Johnson emphasized, urging his community to remain vigilant against digital identity theft.
The actor’s move joins a growing trend of Nigerian celebrities publicly naming and shaming impersonators to curb the rise of social media financial scams.
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