The management of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) on Wednesday issued a warning to the public about engaging with fake online accounts, specifically those claiming that lost luggage at the airport is for sale.
“We have noticed online posts falsely claiming that abandoned luggage is being sold at NAIA for just P125. This is not true. NAIA does not conduct auctions or sales for abandoned luggage or prohibited items. These posts are part of a scam that misuses NAIA’s name to mislead the public,” the New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) said.
To protect the public, the NNIC advised people not to share personal information or engage with these fraudulent posts or pages.
The airport’s private operator likewise urged individuals to report these posts or pages to prevent others from being misled and to verify information about NAIA only through official channels: Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) via @newnaiaph and the official website via www.newnaia.com.ph.
“These false claims, often promoted as sponsored posts, demonstrate the lengths scammers will go to deceive people. NAIA strictly follows established procedures for handling lost and found items, as well as confiscated security-prohibited items, in compliance with regulations. There are no auctions or sales of these items,” the NNIC said.
“Stay vigilant and help spread this advisory to protect our community from fraudulent activities. Thank you for your cooperation and support,” it added.
