A Nigerian woman residing in Canada has taken to social media to report that her bank account was drained through unauthorized transfers, which she believes resulted from her SIM card being sold.
How the Fraud Unfolded
She explained that she awoke to numerous debit notifications and discovered that funds were being siphoned from her Access Bank account in increments of twenty thousand naira.
She stated, “This morning I received a flurry of debit alerts and emails from Access Bank. Upon checking the app, I observed money being moved out in batches of ₦20,000, ₦20,000, using the transfer code.”
Bank and Telecom Responses
Immediately after noticing the activity, she contacted her spouse and requested her mother‑in‑law to visit the bank on their behalf while they also reached out to their mobile provider for assistance.
The bank allegedly informed her that her phone number might have been compromised, whereas MTN maintained that a PIN would still be required to complete any transfer.
“The bank told my mother‑in‑law and me over the phone that I should approach my service provider because they most likely sold the number,” she said.
“MTN confirmed they had sold the number, but insisted a PIN would still be needed for a transfer. Now the bank claims there is nothing it can do. Can anyone help me?” she appealed.
Online Reaction and Concerns
Her story has ignited online discussion, with many Nigerians recounting similar incidents of banking fraud and urging her to pursue the matter with the relevant authorities.
The case has renewed worries about the security of banking systems, SIM‑swap fraud, and the protection of customer funds in Nigeria.
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