Nigerian Internet scam offering Bahamians jobs is under investigation

Tue, Mar 15th 2011, 11:00 PM

By PAUL G TURNQUEST

Tribune Staff Reporter

pturnquest@tribunemedia.net

OFFICERS from the Commercial Crimes Unit are investigating the latest Nigerian internet scam that offers jobs to Bahamians as "survey assistants" through the social media website Facebook.

Offering itself as a "chance to get paid for shopping and dining out," the job requires that a person visit a variety of stores, restaurants, and services throughout the Bahamas and receive payment for their time and effort.

Applicants were asked to fill out a simple application (devoid of any fees) which highlighted that no previous experience or qualifications was required.

A portion of the application reads as follows:
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