2007-10-22 13:36:39 · 2 answers · asked by julia w 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Other - Business & Finance
If it is in Nigeria it is most likely a SCAM. Do not deal with them.
Whatever you do, do NOT wire money (western union) to them. It is untraceable and your money will be gone forever.
2007-10-22 13:41:11 · answer #1 · answered by mister 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Nigeria is the homeland of scams made against Americans. It's always millions of dollars that a widow is willing to share if only a bank account is provided her. A hard-luck story is the background of the e-mail and is generally the same scenario of a husband dying or being killed by a rebel faction and that millions of dollars are held safely in-country and needs to get transferred out so it can be put to good use.
If you respond, the next trick is asking you for some front money--usually several thousand bucks. Don't fall for it. Delete the message immediately because more will be on the way the next day. If you provide any information you will most likely find yourself bankrupt, penniless, and on the streets.
2007-10-22 20:51:02 · answer #2 · answered by Guitarpicker 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋