The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has launched a decisive crackdown on fraudulent financial practices, targeting several fake loan applications that have been preying on unsuspecting Nigerians. The Federal Government has thrown its weight behind this move, denouncing these apps as illegal and a threat to society due to their deceitful operations.
These illegitimate loan apps have been causing significant distress through their harassment of users and victims. Operating outside the legal framework, they have now faced an official ban after being deemed unregistered with the federal government.
The proliferation of fake loan apps poses a pressing issue in the digital age, where the convenience and allure of online lending platforms have unfortunately paved the way for fraudulent activities.
Scammers behind these apps entice individuals with the promise of easy loan approvals and quick money transfers, targeting those with poor credit scores or limited access to traditional financial services.
Victims, often in dire financial straits, are duped into submitting personal and financial information under the guise of securing a loan. However, this sensitive data is then misused for identity theft, financial fraud, or other illegal activities, leaving individuals vulnerable and financially strained.
The CBN’s crackdown on these deceptive apps underscores a commitment to safeguarding citizens from digital financial crimes and ensuring a secure environment for legitimate online financial transactions.
The following is the list of fake loan apps that have been blacklisted by the CBN:
- EasyCredit
- EasiMoni
- KashKash
- Speedy Choice
- GoCash
- Soko Loan App
- Fast Money
- GetCash
- Icoin Loan
- Naira Plus
- 9jaCash
- LionCash
- GMoney
- Swiftkash App
- Hen Credit Loan App
- Cash Door App
- Joy Cash-Loan App
- Eaglecash App
- Luckyloan Personal Loan App
- Getloan App
- Easeloan Apps
- Naira Naija
- Cashlawn App
- Easynaira App
- Crediting App
- Yoyi App
- Nut Loan App
- Cashpal App
- Nairaeasy Gist Loan App
- Camelloan App
- Nairaloan App
- Moneytreefinance Made Easy App
- Cashme App
- Secucash App
- Creditbox App
- Cashmama App
- Crimson Credit App
- Galaxy Credit App
- Ease Cash App
- Xcredit
- Imoney
- Naira Naija
- Imoneyplus-Instant
- Nairanaija-Instant
- Nownowmoney
- Naija Cash
- Eagle Cash
- Firstnell App
- Flypay
- Spark Credit
- Luckyloan Personal Loan App