Amid the recent spike in cases of nude photos and videos of celebrities circulating online, the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Benjamin Hundeyin has revealed tips that could prevent one from falling victim.
“Nude” typically refers to explicit or intimate images or videos that depict a person in a state of undress, often showing private or sensitive areas of the body. These images are intended to be sexually suggestive or arousing in nature.
More often than not, blackmailers use nudes to extort their victims and, when they fail to have their way, share the nudes with others to damage the victim’s image and reputation.
To avoid being a victim, Hundeyin advised on steps to take in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, on Wednesday.
He said, “If you must send nudes, at least do one-view or cover your face or any other identification mark.
“And do not forget that video calls can be screen shot/recorded. For others, it is a clandestine recording of their intimate moments, of course without consent.
“I have honestly lost count of people, sometimes notable ones, approaching me about someone somewhere blackmailing and extorting them with their nudes.
“Trust no one. Take adequate precautions. Trust your instincts too. And do not forget to reach https://incb.npf.gov.ng in the unfortunate event you fall victim of this.”