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Bella Shmurda dismisses $4m property scam report as fake

From The Punch · () English

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  • Nigerian singer Bella Shmurda has denied reports claiming he lost $4 million in a property scam.
  • He described the allegations as fake news and shared posts on Instagram to clarify the situation.
  • Shmurda mocked the reports, stating he is doing well and was not scammed.

Popular Nigerian singer Bella Shmurda has vehemently denied circulating reports that he lost $4 million in a fraudulent property deal. The artist took to his Instagram Story to dismiss the claims, labeling them as 'fake news.' Shmurda stated that he was not scammed and is currently 'doing fine and happy.' The viral report had alleged that the singer broke down in tears during an Instagram Live session, appealing for help after investing a significant sum in what turned out to be stolen property. Shmurda's posts directly countered these narratives, with one reading, 'Fake news!! I wasn’t scammed. Trust bloggers @ ur own Risk.' He further appeared to mock the scale of the alleged loss, posting, '4m$ keh?? This country no go sleep!!' Reports from individuals claiming to be close to the singer also refuted the scam story, suggesting that a video circulating online was an old clip taken out of context. The singer's clarification aims to quell the widespread concern and speculation generated by the initial reports.

Fake news!! I wasn’t scammed. Trust bloggers @ ur own Risk. Doing fine and happy. Peace & Love

— Bella ShmurdaBella Shmurda posted on his Instagram Story to deny reports of a $4 million property scam.
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