The Federal Ministry of Finance, Budget and National Planning has cautioned Nigerians to beware of scammers using a N3 million COVID-19 grant to rip of members of the public.
The Ministry disclaimed the grant on its Twitter handle.
It has come to our attention that a link is being shared via social media requesting for applications for a FG 3 Million grant. The general public should note that this is a SCAM. Any requests for applications are only via official channels & websites. Pls beware! #FinMinNigeria pic.twitter.com/C0Z2EcUbQF
— Ministry of Finance, Budget and National Planning (@FinMinNigeria) October 27, 2020
According to the ministry, the scammers are targeting Nigerians looking to benefit from the Federal Government assistance to businesses affected by COVID-19 pandemic.
The ministry said, “It has come to our attention that a link is being shared via social media requesting for applications for a FG 3 Million grant.
“The general public should note that this is a SCAM. Any requests for applications are only via official channels & websites. Pls beware! #FinMinNigeria”
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