Nigerian scam

Etymology
The scam messages usually claim to originate from Nigeria, though this is often a spoof.

Noun

 * 1)  An attempt to defraud by sending out large numbers of emails, each stating that the recipient is entitled to receive a large amount of money, but will need to supply banking account details, or to send payment for fees, before the payment can be passed on.

Translations

 * Finnish:
 * Polish: nigeryjski przekręt, nigeryjski szwindel