An American woman has opened up about being scammed by two Nigerian internet fraudsters, known as “Yahoo boys,” while also reaffirming her admiration for Nigerian men. Despite the financial and emotional toll of her experiences, the woman expressed that Nigerian men remain her favorite, calling them the “sexiest and most handsome” on the planet.

In a viral video posted on Sunday, the woman shared how she first met one of the scammers in 2020 through TikTok. She described her relationship with the young Nigerian, which lasted for ten months. However, the romance soured when the man repeatedly asked her for money, leading her to end the relationship. It was only after the man mistakenly called her from a Nigerian phone number that she learned about his real identity and his girlfriend, whom he was planning to marry.

Reflecting on the situation, the woman showed the scammer’s picture and shared her message of goodwill. “I hope they have a long life together. God bless their relationship,” she said, expressing no ill will despite the deception.

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Her second encounter with a scammer took a slightly different turn. She spoke about a young Nigerian man who pretended to be in a dire situation to raise money for his sick mother. After a year of correspondence, the man revealed the truth behind his actions, explaining that he had used the money to save his mother’s life. “That one doesn’t hurt me much because I know the money went for good,” she said.

While she expressed that her second experience wasn’t as painful, the first scam had a profound financial impact on her. The woman now urges caution, sharing her new understanding of the tactics used by scammers. Despite everything, she emphasized her continued love for Nigerian people, especially the men. “I still have love for the Nigerian people. They are the sexiest and most handsome men on this planet.”

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) continues its efforts to combat internet fraud, with notable successes. In May 2023, the EFCC reported 3,175 convictions and the recovery of over N156 billion within a year. However, the rise of cybercrime among Nigerian youths remains a growing concern for the commission.