The Nigerian Police command, Rivers State command has issued a stern warning to women who collect money for transport from men and fail to attend arranged meetings.
TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports that the warning comes after reports of the practice became rampant, prompting authorities to address it publicly.
Grace Iringe-Koko, the Rivers Police spokesperson via the microblogging platform, X formerly Twitter said the act amounts to obtaining money under false pretence, which is a criminal offence under Nigerian law.
She further explained that anyone found guilty would be arrested and prosecution if victims report the matter to the police.
Authorities are urging the public to avoid deceitful financial transactions and warned that failing to meet obligations after collecting money could lead to legal consequences.
She said complaints from victims will be taken seriously, and investigations will follow to ensure offenders are held accountable.
She said: “Why will you collect money from man without going to see him. It is an offence, a punishable offence.
“It is obtaining money under false pretence. 419.”
