THE Central Bank of Nigeria has raised fresh concerns over cyber security threats, warning Nigerians of ongoing hacking attempts aimed at gaining access to personal accounts.
News Point Nigeria reports that the apex bank disclosed that cybercriminals are circulating fraudulent messages and emails falsely claiming to originate from the institution, in a bid to deceive unsuspecting members of the public.
This was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Acting Director of Corporate Communications, Hakama Sidi Ali, who cautioned Nigerians to remain vigilant.
According to the bank, misleading messages are currently in circulation, carefully designed to trick individuals into revealing sensitive personal information.
The regulator explained that the fake communications—ranging from emails to online messages—often prompt recipients to click on suspicious links while spreading false claims about the bank’s leadership, licensing processes, and policy decisions.
It added that the fraudulent content is specifically intended to compromise personal accounts and mislead the public.
“The official website of the Central Bank of Nigeria remains www.cbn.gov.ng. Members of the public are strongly advised to refrain from clicking links or sharing personal information on suspicious websites,” the statement read.
“Verify the authenticity of all CBN communications through the official website and recognised media outlets.
“Report any suspected fraudulent site, email, or message to law enforcement authorities.”
The apex bank reiterated its commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s financial system, assuring that efforts are ongoing to strengthen cybersecurity frameworks in collaboration with relevant agencies.
The development comes amid growing concerns over cyber threats targeting key institutions in the country.
On April 15, the Corporate Affairs Commission confirmed a cyber attack on its information systems, raising alarm across regulatory circles.
Earlier, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission had launched an investigation into an alleged data breach involving Remita Payment Services Ltd., Sterling Bank, and other entities.