Urgent Warning: Fake Accounts Asking For Donations in AROPL's Name

We have received multiple reports of a fraudulent account posing as The Mahdi Has Appeared YouTube channel and commenting under posts, asking followers to donate to an orphanage in Nigeria.

This is a scam. This account is not affiliated with our official channel or organization. We previously warned about the spread of fake content and impersonation.

Fake account asking for donations

Previously, a fake account operated under the username @themahdihasappeared-qd, soliciting donations under false pretences. It was eventually forced to change its name and was taken down due to impersonation reports.

However, a new account has now appeared under the username @themahdihasappeared01, continuing these fraudulent activities.

To Protect Yourself: Do not engage with any account asking for donations before verifying its authenticity and only donate through our official channels.

The following screenshots, provided by a member of the faith, serve as evidence of the scam.

Please report any suspicious accounts to YouTube and to us immediately. The following is a Step by Step guide on how to report an account for impersonation to Youtube:

1. Visit the Channel’s Page:

• Navigate to the YouTube channel that is impersonating another account.

2. Access the Reporting Options:

• On the channel’s main page, locate the three vertical dots (⋮) next to the “Subscribe” button.

• Click the dots to open a dropdown menu.

3. Select “Report User”:

• From the dropdown menu, choose “Report user.”

4. Choose the Reason for Reporting:

• You will be prompted to select a reason for your report.

• Choose “Impersonation” from the list of options.

5. Provide Detailed Information:

• In the reporting form, provide specific details about the impersonation. Include:

  • The url of the account that is being impersonated

  • You can ad additional information, for example if the account is asking for money

6. Submit the Report:

• Review your information and click “Submit.”

• YouTube will review the report and may contact you for further information.

The Security Department of the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light has launched a campaign titled “Stop Fake News” and is calling on everyone to participate in identifying, reporting, and exposing false information.