Air Peace has warned that a fraudster is posing as its customer‑service representative on WhatsApp, using a specific phone number to deceive travellers into paying for non‑existent flight reservations. The airline says the impostor claims to arrange bookings and asks victims to transfer money to accounts that appear to belong to the carrier.
What is the scam?
The individual allegedly changes the payment destination repeatedly, first using an Opay account, then a Paga account, and finally a micro‑finance bank account that bears the name “Air Peace”. This shifting of accounts is intended to confuse passengers and avoid detection.
Who disclosed the warning?
In a statement released by the airline’s spokesperson, Osifo‑Whiskey Efe, the carrier emphasized that the use of its corporate identity by the fraudster does not constitute any legitimate affiliation with Air Peace. "We do not request payments through personal or third‑party accounts," Efe said, urging travellers to rely solely on authorised channels.
How can passengers verify legitimate bookings?
Air Peace insists that all genuine flight reservations and payments must be made exclusively via its official website, its mobile application, accredited travel agents, or designated sales outlets located in cities and airport terminals. The airline advises passengers to double‑check any payment request that does not come from these recognised platforms.
What should travellers do if contacted?
Passengers who receive suspicious WhatsApp messages claiming to be from Air Peace should refrain from sending money and report the incident to the airline’s customer‑service department. The carrier is working with relevant authorities to investigate the matter and protect the public from further fraud.