Mobile Subscription,subscriptions Many Ghanaians have recently reported receiving random mobile subscription messages claiming they’ve subscribed to paid gaming or entertainment services — even though they never signed up for anything.
Messages like these are becoming increasingly common:
“You have subscribed to Gaming Portal Daily. Fee: GH₵0.25. To unsubscribe, send STOP GD to 4025.”
“You have subscribed to DIVA AI. Fee: GH₵0.40. To unsubscribe, send STOP to 3545.”
“You have subscribed to Mobile Football Mania. Fee: GH₵0.35. To unsubscribe, send STOP FT to 1977.”
They look legitimate — but most users say they never opted in. That’s your first warning sign.
What’s Really Going On (Mobile Subscription,subscriptions)
These are likely Value-Added Service (VAS) scams, which silently deduct airtime from your balance through unauthorized subscriptions. Fraudsters partner with shady third-party services that exploit telecom loopholes and automatically charge unsuspecting users.
Common tricks include:
- Using names like “Football Mania” or “AI Chat” to sound credible.
- Charging small daily fees that go unnoticed.
- Making it difficult or impossible to unsubscribe.
A few pesewas daily may seem harmless — but GH₵0.30 per day adds up to almost GH₵9 a month, and across millions of users, it’s a big payday for scammers.
How to Check and Stop These Deductions
- Check for active subscriptions:
- MTN Ghana: Dial *175# → 1 (Content Services).
- Telecel Ghana: Dial *463#.
- AirtelTigo: Dial *100# → My Account → Content Services.
- Contact customer service if deductions continue.
Call 100 on MTN, Telecel, or AirtelTigo for assistance. - Report the shortcode to your telecom provider if you suspect fraud.
How to Protect Your Airtime Going Forward
- Avoid clicking on online pop-ups, “free gift” ads, or random SMS links.
- Never share your phone number on unknown sites or competitions.
- Read prompts carefully before replying “YES” or “OK.”
- Regularly monitor your prepaid balance for suspicious deductions.
Stay Alert
These scams thrive because they look official and charge small amounts. But every deduction counts — and it’s your money at stake.
Always check, unsubscribe, and report. Protect your airtime the same way you protect your wallet.
