- George Ruto warned Kenyans against scammers impersonating him on social media and using fake accounts to request money or personal details
- He urged the public to only engage with his verified pages, saying all official communication would come strictly from his confirmed accounts
- The warning comes as his rising online profile has attracted increased attention, with fraudsters exploiting his name to target unsuspecting Kenyans
George Ruto, the youngest son of President William Ruto, has cautioned Kenyans against falling victim to scammers impersonating him on social media.
Source: Instagram
George, who has recently become more active online and is positioning himself as a youth leader, businessman, and social media personality, noted that fraudsters are taking advantage of his rising profile to deceive unsuspecting Kenyans.
Why did George Ruto issue a warning?
Previously known for keeping a low public profile during his time abroad, George has in recent months grown his presence on social platforms, attracting significant attention and engagement from netizens.
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However, this increased visibility has also made him a target for fake accounts, with scammers reportedly using his name to request money or personal information from members of the public.
In a message shared on his verified social media pages, he urged Kenyans to be vigilant and avoid engaging with unverified accounts claiming to represent him.
“Kindly do not send money, share personal information or engage with any account claiming to represent me without proper verification. Please stay alert, report fake accounts and help protect others from falling victim to scams. Thank you for your love, support and vigilance,” he stated.
The first son further clarified that all official communication from him would only come through his verified social media accounts.
George’s social media platforms have been flooded with messages from users seeking jobs, financial help, and favours, making it easier for scammers to exploit desperate individuals by posing as him.
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His increasing involvement in sports and matatu-related ventures has also boosted his public profile, earning him admiration from sections of Kenyans while also attracting online impersonators.
See the post below:
Netizens weigh in
Following his warning, some users acknowledged the risk of scams, while others continued to tag him with requests for assistance.
Here are some of the comments shared:
Source: TUKO.co.ke
