The Ivorian Ministry of Economy, Finance, and Budget has issued an urgent alert, cautioning the public about a surge in fraudulent posts circulating across social media platforms. In an official statement released on May 13, 2026, from Abidjan, the financial administration specifically warned citizens against deceptive advertisements falsely linked to its services.

For several weeks, malicious actors have been propagating content online, fabricating schemes that purportedly allow individuals to earn substantial monthly incomes, potentially up to two million CFA francs, merely by registering and without performing any actual service. The ministry emphasized that these alluring offers are entirely fictitious, designed solely to deceive citizens and ensnare them in intricate scam networks.

The official communication highlighted the sophisticated tactics employed by these cybercriminals to lend credibility to their deceptive operations. They frequently resort to impersonating high-ranking state officials, including the Minister of Economy, Finance, and Budget, or their close associates, by using their images or attributing false statements to them. This tactic aims to persuade internet users of the supposed legitimacy of these fraudulent income opportunities.

In response to this escalating threat, the ministry firmly declared that these announcements bear no connection whatsoever to its official services and are purely fraudulent. It therefore implored the populace to exercise extreme caution and resist the urge to disclose personal or banking details to unknown entities on digital platforms.

The financial administration further cautioned against the severe repercussions for those who fall prey to these schemes. Beyond the immediate financial losses, victims face the danger of personal data theft, extortion, and potential blackmail orchestrated by these cybercriminal networks.

The ministry reiterated that these perpetrators exploit the gullibility of internet users, aiming to extract funds and compromise their digital security.

In its official statement, the ministry confirmed that it has already initiated essential measures, working in close collaboration with relevant authorities, to identify, apprehend, and legally prosecute the individuals responsible for these malicious acts.

This critical alert emerges amidst a growing wave of digital scams observed across West Africa, where social media increasingly serves as a conduit for disinformation. Ivorian authorities strongly advise every citizen to meticulously verify the source of any information before engaging in online registrations or financial transactions.