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Today, my friend who I will call Peter was nearly swindled off his money by a scammer he met on Jiji.

This time, the format was new and both he and I have never experienced it. Here is his story so that others can learn:

My friend informed me of his intention to buy a new phone, he told me he preferred Samsung, Samsung Galaxy A22 or at least A12 as he had a tight budget.

So he set out to search for a seller on Jiji, hoping to get a good deal.

In no time, he saw an ad for a Samsung Galaxy A22 4 GiG Ram 128 GIG ROM with a price tag of #95000 from a seller in Ikeja, the seller wrote that it is a brand new device and it is available in "his store".

He called the Jiji seller who confirms that "the phone is available and he has it in his shop.

Peter was excited at the prospect of getting the phone at that price but was concerned that it was too good to be true, he called and informed me of this deal, I was suspicious at first but I actually know someone that bought same phone from Slot iyana ipaja, #90k, about two month ago and thought there is a "probability" that the phone may just be sold at the price for real so we decided to message and visit the so-called seller in his shop together, at least to see this phone for ourselves and leave it if it wasn't what he expected, to clear his mind of doubt and fear of losing out.

This almost became a costly decision as we shall see.

"Where is your shop address?" Peter asked, this Jiji seller replied that he is actually in "Victoria Island" he only wrote Ikeja because his customers were always calling from that area". He then sent a VI address through text.


To cut the long story short, we went to Victoria Island and located the address he sent. This place is near Saka Tinubu Street, VI.
We called the seller again he further directed us to the shop, and named the shop he claimed to own.

Here is where it becomes interesting...

He mentioned that he is currently not in the shop, but he has sale attendants who will attend to us. He mentioned that we should not worry if we are told a higher price than what he has agreed, warning that the sales attendants will tell us a higher price to get their own share of commission, that 95,000 is the price he is willing to sell.

"Just go there and collect the phone, you can make transfer when you have seen and collected it", he said.


Fortunately, my friend, Peter did not intend to make a transfer, he told the seller that he is coming with cash and cannot make a transfer, but the seller insisted on transfer, claiming the shop had a cashless policy. Okay now, we knew something is up. Our suspicions grew but we were already on our way.

Alright, we still decided to visit the shop, we got to store he mentioned and of course, it was a big and legit store in the market at VI.

We went in, asked for the sale attendant and informed her that we have spoken to the jiji seller about the phone, the sales attendant was confused as she was not aware of anyone bearing the name, so we called the seller back and he directed us to one "Mr Chinedu". We asked for him, and yes, Chinedu was one of the attendants. We met Chinedu and told him about the phone, he confirmed that it was available, we collected the new phone, inspected it and got ready to pay as the Jiji Seller instructed.

We already decided among ourselves that we will give them cash if they like it or not or at most make pos transfer.

Chinedu ask us to give him the money; but recall this so-called jiji seller has told us that he is the one in charge of the payment and we should transfer to him if we have collected the phone.

"Innocent "Chinedu was still waiting for us to pay his money, we informed him that we were with cash only and the seller that directed us say they don't accept cash, only transfer.

He asked us to pay with cash, that they don't mind

He asked us for the amount we had, we told him 90000, . he told us they don't sell Samsung Galaxy A22 for that price, that it was about #116000.

Remember, this Jiji seller has told us that we should expect to be told a higher amount by the sale attendant who he accused of trying to earn more commission off the phone.

We objected and told him the "Owner of the shop" who we thought was the jiji seller has agreed a price with us and has instructed us to meet him, Chinedu, collect the phone and transfer to the seller, himself.

Chinedu even confirmed his Oga, the real owner actually told him that someone has called to request for Samsung Galaxy A22 phone. That he should be expecting the person's "brother", the real owner unknowingly disclosed the names of his sales attendants, including Chinedu's name to the the Jiji scammer. That was the information he needed to make his plan work.


Chinedu, the sales attendant we met, asked to see the Jiji seller's number, the person who was posing as the owner of the shop, it was a wrong number. this was when he dawned on all of us that the Jiji seller was a crook, thief and scammer.

We had the phone in our hands yet we would have been duped if we have hurriedly transferred right there and haven't open up about the details of our discussion with the scammer. Numbers would have been blocked, phone collected back by the shop attendant who knows nothing about the transaction and tears will flow.

Now, Here was the scammer's strategy, he posts a fake ad on Jiji or nairaland with a price slightly lower than the regular price to attract potential buyers, he calls the real owner of the phone shop, poses as a person who is bringing a referral to his shop, the scammer collects the name of one of the sales attendant and ask the buyer to meet him or her; the potential victim goes the shop, ask for the sales attendant, collects the new phone and transfers money to the scammer thinking that he was the real owner of the shop who have been communicating with us.


His plans were foiled as we had cash and didn't agree to transfer, we were also patient to ask questions in the phone shop.

Chinedu and the rest of the staff we met in shop at VI agreed that it was a format that has successfully worked for this scammer and he has swindled some of their customers of their money through this means. They claim it is a major problem in the market.

We were lucky that we didn't allow greed overwhelm us, and we didn't allow pride cause us to ignore the original sale attendant explanation. It would have been a different story.

We should all be careful out there, guys.
Ask questions, be humble, use your head.
Never transfer to a seller who is not present in his shop. If you need to transfer. Make sure you have the phone already and the sales attendant confirms the account number anyone claiming to be their seller or staff sends to you.

Stay safe.


Here is the Scammer's number: 08169348938

ikcid:
Is your A12 up for sale?

No. It has already been sold.

pat077:
which variant and how much did u get it ?

4GB 128GB it's officially 106,700NGN

Lordofalmajiri:
pay on delivery??

He owns a shop at Ikeja, 12, Pebble Street, Computer Village. I had to go there and buy it myself.
You can discuss with him on WhatsApp and ask him about delivery.
Emmanuel: 2347062910629

I just got the Redmi Note 11 from a vendor on Jiji
upgraded from my Samsung galaxy A12.

I love Redmi sleek design, speed and display. It's a perfect upgrade.

This day has been the most painful days in my life. Watching this coverage brings back memories.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xWp3T6d9ErY&list=LL&index=35
Couldn't believe Michael Jackson really died It was shocking, like you don't expect someone like that to die young.

I don't take the physical Bible anymore, I have a digital app which has the Bible in it.

Reading some comments ehn
Some people just want moral decadence to be "normal.
"The girl should be herself", "Nigerians and their mentality of criticising", we should embrace acceptance for immorality just like the whites etc.

To all those on this table, may your own children bring you shame just as the girl brought shame to her father who sent her to school.

It is easy to defend the indefensible, until it becomes your daughter, sister, wife, fiancee or girlfriend.

Just continue.

What is she really expecting from her family and people after that viral video? In this society?
A positive reaction and warm embrace?
She is now even threatening suicide, reactions she could have prevented by choosing not to do it.
I don't support cyber bullying or harassments over mistakes.

But please people especially young people should think about the consequences of their actions before doing them, it's not always about the thrill of the moment, after that ko?

Anyone supporting her can show her more support by recreating her video and posting it on their SM wall, it's not about calling other people hypocrites and judgmental, faking moral support. What is bad, is bad.

omojeesu:
"Evil men will get worse and worse, deceiving and being deceived" - Paul to Timothy.

True and not surprised by the news, nowadays, good is now bad and bad good. I am waiting to see the woke people who will applaud and white wash this.

Mylordmygod1:
i no you might not want to hear this, but all man are sinners before god. Ok, fine.. Let the owner come and look for me.

The owner may not be able to find you, you have a receipt with the owner's information, you are the one that "can" find the owner.

Yes, everyone is a sinner because we are imperfect and make mistakes but deliberate sins is what God will not accept from you, if you like, keep the phone and ask for forgiveness later when you've repented for the "hundredth time", you will still pay for it one way or the other, it's life. You can't mock God na.
you have free will to choose what you will do.

I am still looking for how this decision will promote gender equality?
What is wrong with some humans in this world?

Mylordmygod1:
my camon 15 was still very clean when i lost it..

Listen, you were the same person who posted last week that Christ is coming and people should heed. So I believe you should be a Christian. If you are not a hypocrite, you know the right thing to do.
The Bible you read tells you to "return evil for evil to no one".

This is not God's blessing but a test that Satan will be happy to see you fail. Return the phone and see real blessings that lasts not this curse in disguise.

If you've tried and you could not reach the person despite all attempts, then you can decide to return the phone to the seller or keep the phone conscientiously.

A word is enough for the wise.

Mylordmygod1:
Don't even try to say that again. Do u think it will be easy to locate the owner? Or i my going to enter the street and start looking for the owner.

Have you even attempted to return the phone?
Or you are just looking for an excuse to keep what does not belong to you?

sephas:
You can go for Samsung Galaxy A12 4g ram and 128g rom for ₦74000 at any glo office that where I bought my own 3weeks ago

I am interested in getting this phone, 128gb preferably, did you buy yours in their office in Lagos?

Does anyone here have poco m3 for sale, and how much is it?

During my free time, I become a digital errand boy for busy people. (Freelance Virtual Assistant)

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As you follow this match, supporting your favourite club, hoping for a win or praying for a loss. please take note of this opportunity.
I would be holding a free class on Graphic Design/Animations next wednesday.

Check this thread for more details
https://www.nairaland.com/6008376/free-graphic-design-animations-training

This is a monetizable skill that would last you even after this league finally ends.

Just send "interested" on WhatsApp to 08144165595 to get the training group link

Enjoy the match

Manchester United fans have faith, If you want Man U to lose today, no comment for you. I just came here to notify interested persons that I would be holding a free class on Graphic Design/Animations next wednesday.

Check this thread for more details
https://www.nairaland.com/6008376/free-graphic-design-animations-training

This is a monetizable skill that would last you even after this league finally ends.

Just send "interested" on WhatsApp to 08144165595 to get the training group link

Enjoy the match

That would be a nice thing to do, let them act fast on it

Send interested to 08144165595 to be added to a free graphic design/ animation training group on WhatsApp

See thread for more details
https://www.nairaland.com/6008376/free-graphic-design-animations-training

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ogascomax:
With your comment many of you are not just Christians, you are very terrible people who think they believed in God. You are mocking Christianity and a the very foundation of Christianity. Christianity has never now to any element in history. Christianity is always demonstrating you faith and if you perish in the process you perish. Go and read Hebrews 11 about the Hero's of FAITH. Many died believing and you can go to HELL for even the lack of faith. Your Christianity is questionable. I am sure is christlam your are practicing.

What is this one saying?

ruphytelecom:
Good morning, we're open for business today

Good evening,
How much for HP 640 G1 screen replacement?

FRANKOSKI:
BY GOD'S GRACE I'M OK NOW.

Thank God for your health bro, I am happy for you.
How long did it take before you got your senses back? cos I am currently facing this weird experience of losing my sense of smell and taste at the moment.
Pls also mention the remedies that worked for you.

Countermars:
You are fine and would most likely heal on your own. However, if you have taken antimalarial it should work. Add multi vitamin and vitamin c cos I guess you should be dizzy. Take enough fruits, avocado pear is good too. Hot Tea in the morning. Try ginger garlic and tumeric blended and mixed with hot water. You'll regain it faster. Mine restored two weeks ago

Thanks a lot

Kkings11:
FACT 1; COVID-19 IS REAL
FACT 2; COVID-19 IS IN NIGERIA
FACT 3; COVID-19 IS TRANSMISSIBLE
FACT 4; COVID19 IS DEADLY TO CERTAIN PEOPLE

BUT THE NCDC SHOULD STOP PEDDLING FEAR IN THE NAME OF DAILY UPDATES.
THE TRUTH IS ATLEAST 40% OF NIGERIANS HAVE CONTACTED THE ILLNESS AND WITHOUT ANY HELP THEY RECOVERED.
SO THE NCDC SHOULD JUST JET THE GOVERNMENT OPEN UP THE ECONOMY.

Exactly, you should take a look at this thread, and see Nigerians giving experiences showing signs of coronavirus

https://www.nairaland.com/5879703/else-lost-sense-smell-taste

I just stumbled on this thread today and I can say that I can relate with what is happening to most people, I came down with a mild fever three days ago, I assumed that it should be malaria and treated it as such, I am not feeling feverish any longer, but today, I discovered that I have my completely lost my sense of smell and barely taste food any longer. Please, those who had experienced this and written about these symptoms should give updates on how they are faring now and what remedies they used so far.

justli:
Rich history. Jw is just a baby organization. If you want to talk about history and traditions start with the RCC.

But again, you miss the point. The problem is with the history. Mormons have a deep and strong history as well.

Traditions of men can keep you glued because they appear innocent and beautiful.

Without strong traditions you religion cannot capture the minds of men


But in Christ we are free. I'm free to chose to fellowship with any other church. I'm not in bondages or condemned to hell if I leave my church for another.

I still miss my church of birth. The people were good and lovely people. I miss all the celebrations, festivals and prayer sections ...
Why I missed those?

Because they were family. We had community and it was lovely.


But if the traditions and teachings contradict the word of God, then its bad regardless of the beautiful traditions.


Unlike you. A man told you that your salvation is tied to his church and you believe him. Yet you claim to know your Bible.

Sad truth is most of you live in bondage and fear.

For instance you are not even sure of your salvation. You don't know if you have done enough good to deserve paradise

Charles Russel, a confused apostles of darkness has brainwashed you, but too bad you can't read the Bible for yourself to see this

So after all you seen and read, this is what you can come up with to post. Okay
I haff hear. Good night

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