Veteran Nollywood actress, Patience Ozokwo, has lamented the level at which scammers use innocent people’s name for frauddlent activities.
This came as the role interpreter took to her Instagram page on Friday to lament how a fake Facebook account of hers was used by scammers to scam people.
According to the actress, a group in France recently blasted her over claims that she took a huge deposit from them; a business she knew nothing about.
Ozokwo wrote, “Why do people always try to discredit genuine businesses by creating fake accounts and duping people of their hard earned money?
“I cannot count how many messages I have received about giveaways I’m doing on Facebook or other social media platforms.
“A while ago, I was vehemently attacked by a group in France who swore I signed a contract and took a huge deposit to do business with them – it certainly wasn’t me.
“To be honest, it is quite disheartening. Any brand I support is genuine. If they stop being genuine, I leave sharp – sharp.
“My apologies to all those who have been duped in my name. I have tried to close so many fake accounts -still trying.
“Please note that anything that sounds too good to be true is probably not true. Investigate before you invest. Check for real accounts and contacts.”