Nigerian actor Bolanle Ninalowo has broken his silence after a fraudster impersonating him allegedly defrauded a woman of ₦33 million.
The victim, Victoria Yemisi Ayano, met the impersonator on TikTok in July 2024.
The fraudster posed as Ninalowo, promising business opportunities and personal connections, and persuaded Ayano to transfer money in several installments.
When she realized she had been scammed, Ayano filed a petition with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), providing WhatsApp chats and bank transfer evidence.
Reacting on his Instagram account on September 11, 2025, Ninalowo expressed disbelief at the incident.
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He joked, “Even Nollywood wey blow me no dey pay me N33m per film,”
He warned his followers to be cautious of impersonators and urged the public to report any fraudulent activities to the authorities, emphasizing that such scams harm unsuspecting individuals and tarnish the reputation of public figures.
This case underscores the growing threat of online impersonation and highlights the need for individuals to verify the authenticity of people they interact with online before engaging in financial transactions.