The internet slang term “Nigerian Hurricane” refers to a situation online where someone from Nigeria or posing as a Nigerian tries to scam or deceive others for personal gain. This term is often used to describe fraudulent acts on the internet, predominantly through email scams or social media messages.
Examples:
– Be careful with emails from unknown sources claiming to be from a Nigerian prince offering you a large sum of money. It’s most likely a Nigerian Hurricane scam.
– If someone you’ve never met online asks for your personal information or banking details, be cautious as they might be trying to pull a Nigerian Hurricane on you.
Synonyms:
scam, phishing, fraudulent activity
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