"Nigerian Sting" operations are fraudulent requests for money perpetrated by spammers.

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Nigerian Sting operations, also known as Nigerian scams, are a form of fraud where the perpetrator sends an email or other communication requesting help in transferring a large sum of money out of Nigeria in exchange for a percentage of the funds. In reality, there is no money and the scammer is attempting to extort money from the victim.

"Nigerian Sting" Operations Are Fraudulent Requests for Money Perpetrated by Spammers