Tech Desk 
Dec 16, 2025
A public notice has been released by the National Cybercrime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) alerting residents to the growing number of digital fraud cases in the nation.
The organisation has drawn attention to the typical strategies scammers employ to fool victims into divulging private information and falling for financial fraud.
According to the NCCIA, con artists are pretending to be bank managers, government employees, or representatives of organisations like the Army, the National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra), or the FIA to instil fear and coerce victims into divulging private information. No reputable organisation ever requests a One-Time Password (OTP), as this is a blatant indication of fraud.
The Army, NADRA, FIA, and legitimate banks never use WhatsApp to make calls; therefore, people shouldn't trust calls on WhatsApp that show a government sign.
In order to coerce people into cooperating, scammers frequently frighten consumers by saying that their bank account will be stopped or that immediate action is necessary. In certain situations, they even pretend to be the Army.
According to the guideline, genuine bankers are experts who never use harsh, intimidating language or threaten clients.
If a caller poses as a government official or bank manager, citizens are advised to remain composed, reassure themselves, and not panic.
The NCCIA encourages you to never share passwords, PINs, or personal information with anyone and to block a strange contact number right away.
Victims or prospective targets should contact the NCCIA helpdesk at 1799 or send a message to the fraud reporting number 9000.
The organisation stressed that in order to stop financial losses and shield others from becoming victims of similar frauds, public awareness and prompt reporting are essential.
In addition to encouraging people to report any suspicious behaviour to the police, the NCCIA's advice seeks to educate residents on how to recognise and avoid digital fraud.
