National Police Alert: Vigilance Needed Against Mobile Money Scams

On October 9, 2026, the Senegalese National Police issued a warning about a widespread scam campaign using malicious apps and phishing links to steal mobile money users' secret codes. Criminals remotely take control of accounts to perform illicit money transfers, often going unnoticed until the victim's balance is depleted. The scams mainly involve links promising live sports streams, free movies, or easy winnings, shared via messaging apps and social media. The police urge the public to remain vigilant against this threat that can affect all mobile financial service users.