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Former Labour Party presidential candidate warns against fraudulent endorsements
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Says he has never authorised use of his name or image for profit-making ventures
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Urges Nigerians to verify information from only his official channels
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr. Peter Obi, has distanced himself from online business schemes using his name and image to promote fraudulent ventures.
In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, Obi said he had repeatedly warned against such impersonations but that his cautionary messages were being ignored.
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“At no time have I authorised any individual, business or online platform to use my name, image or identity for profit-making ventures,” Obi said, describing such acts as fraudulent, deceptive, and aimed solely at exploiting public trust.
He urged members of the public to disregard any online advertisements or business initiatives claiming his endorsement, noting that all verified information would be released only through his official and verified social media handles.
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Obi Raises Concern Over Widespread Impersonation
Obi expressed concern about the growing trend of online impersonation and fake endorsements, which he said have become rampant in recent months.
His latest statement follows several incidents where scammers reportedly used AI-generated photos, deepfake videos, and cloned social media pages to mislead unsuspecting Nigerians into fraudulent investment or charity schemes.
“Despite earlier clarifications from my aides, some individuals have continued to exploit my identity,” Obi added, urging the public to report such violations to law enforcement agencies for investigation.
Authorities Warn on Digital Scams
Regulators and law enforcement agencies in Nigeria have also raised alarms about the rising cases of digital fraud involving celebrity identities and political figures.
Authorities advised citizens to always confirm the authenticity of online business ventures, especially those claiming endorsement from prominent personalities.
