NNPC Ltd Warns Public About Fake Poverty Alleviation Scheme

Oru Leonard

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd), has issued a warning to the public about a fake AI-generated video circulating on social media. The video features a cloned voice of the company’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Bayo Bashir Ojulari, promoting a fictitious poverty alleviation scheme.

Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer NNPC Ltd, Abuja, made this known in a release on May 29.

The video is AI-generated and features a cloned voice of the NNPC Ltd CEO.

NNPC Ltd clarifies that it has no investment initiative matching the description in the video.

The company urges the public to disregard the video and be cautious of fraudulent activities.

NNPC Ltd warns the perpetrators to cease their actions or face legal consequences.

The public is advised to be cautious of suspicious videos or messages on social media, verify information through official channels before taking any action and report any suspected fraudulent activities to the relevant authorities.

By being vigilant and informed, the public can protect themselves from falling victim to such scams.