HackFraudFake UBA SMS Scam Leads to Phishing Site Stealing Personal Data
Published: 1 Nov 2026 · Nigeria
Scammers in Nigeria send urgent texts impersonating United Bank for Africa, urging users to verify identity via a fake website. The site steals login, personal, and financial details, with the scam active for at least two weeks before being reported.
Who is at risk
UBA customers and Nigerian bank users
How to protect yourself
- Do not click links in unsolicited SMS messages.
- Verify bank communications via official channels.
- Never enter personal or financial info on suspicious websites.
Source: fij.ng (fij.ng)
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