A self-confessed internet fraud promoter has alleged that the son of Musiliu Akinsanya, widely known as MC Oluomo, former chairman of the Lagos chapter of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), defrauded him in an online transaction.
The claim was made on Tuesday by a user on X identified as @TenmanNoble1, who goes by the name Noble. In a post that has since been deleted, Noble shared screenshots of what he described as his transaction history with someone he alleged is MC Oluomo’s son.
In the now-removed post, Noble accused the individual of collecting money from him under false pretences. He expressed frustration in a mix of English and slang, questioning why someone from a wealthy background would allegedly engage in such an act.
According to Noble’s account, he was attempting to carry out an online scam that involved convincing an unsuspecting victim to part with $35,000. To execute the plan, he claimed he needed what he referred to as an “update” a term commonly used among fraud circles for tools or access that aid online deception.
He said he paid ₦300,000 for this so-called update but never received it, prompting him to accuse the seller of scamming him instead.
Before it was taken down, Noble’s post reportedly gained massive attention online, recording close to one million views, hundreds of comments, and thousands of engagements within a short period.
A review of Noble’s X account shows a pattern of posts in which he openly discusses involvement in online fraud. He frequently refers to intended victims as “clients” or “CL,” a slang term widely used among internet scammers.
Several of his posts dating back to 2024 reveal conversations about defrauding people and references to how others within his circle were making money from cybercrime. These posts reflect the growing boldness with which some fraudsters now operate on social media.
Earlier reports by FIJ (Foundation for Investigative Journalism) had highlighted how online scammers increasingly use coded language and openly share methods on X. In May 2025, FIJ uncovered posts containing images of hospital documents and medical settings labelled “hospital proof” a phrase believed to be used in scam operations to convince victims of fabricated emergencies.
Further investigation into the term in July 2025 revealed numerous posts linked to fraud culture, featuring jargon such as “working boys,” “clients,” and “bomb,” all of which are commonly associated with online scams.
In one archived post, a user identified as @omowerey__ was seen appealing for assistance in purchasing an active Facebook account and regaining access to messaging features another tactic reportedly used in fraudulent schemes.
Beyond promoting fraud, Noble’s social media page also contains videos of him engaging in illegal substance use, further raising concerns about the activities he publicly associates with.
Meanwhile, Nigeria’s global cybercrime profile continues to attract international attention. According to the University of Oxford’s Cybercrime Index (2024), the country ranks fifth worldwide in terms of cybercrime threat levels, behind only Russia, Ukraine, China, and the United States.
Reacting to the growing menace, EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale previously told FIJ that the anti-graft agency is aware of the evolving tactics used by online fraudsters and is intensifying efforts to combat cyber-enabled crimes across the country.
The latest allegation, though coming from a self-admitted fraud promoter, has reignited public debate about the culture of online scams in Nigeria and how deeply it has penetrated social media spaces, sometimes turning alleged criminals into both accusers and accused.
