NYSC member allegedly scammed at Computer Village as fufu is used to fake iPhone package
A member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has reportedly fallen victim to a scam at Computer Village, after being deceived into purchasing what was presented as an iPhone.
According to reports, the unsuspecting corps member bought the device from a seller in the busy tech market, only to later discover that the phone packaging contained fufu instead of the expected device.
The incident has sparked reactions online, with many Nigerians expressing concern over the persistent cases of fraud in popular electronics markets.
Others have used the opportunity to caution buyers to exercise vigilance, especially when making high-value purchases from unfamiliar vendors.
Computer Village, known as one of Nigeria’s largest hubs for mobile devices and accessories, has long faced criticism over fraudulent practices by some operators, despite ongoing efforts by authorities and market leaders to curb such activities.
Check out reactions below…
@xexiboy2 wrote: “Now ask yourself how did this corper graduated. Forget about the scam which is bad. Let’s talk about buying a phone, paying for it without opening or powering it up to check before leaving the shop. A graduate. A serving corper. If this can happen to such, i wonder how he graduated.”
@JaraWhytee wrote: “Police won’t even answer you, when you chase ridiculously cheap price that’s what you’ll get in computer village.
I totally don’t get how you won’t even turn on, confirm what you have before the seller leaving your sight, this Copper na JJC.”
@dea86b7cb7ae46c said: “So some people mumu reach where them go sell fufu as phone for them and they go pay carry go house.. Omo some people life don too spoil”
Watch video below …
NYSC corper scammed at Computer Village, Ikeja as fufu is disguised inside phone packaging to pass off as an iPhone pic.twitter.com/nsIM2KIniZ
— Instablog9ja (@instablog9ja) April 12, 2026