Scroll to the bottom and select . You can also choose to "Block" the user simultaneously. Sri Lanka CERT (Computer Emergency Readiness Team) :

As mentioned, participating in unlicensed gambling is illegal in Sri Lanka. While individual bettors are rarely prosecuted, law enforcement agencies (such as the Sri Lanka Police's Internal Affairs Unit) sometimes monitor WhatsApp groups associated with criminal activity or large-scale betting rings. Being a member of such a group could flag your number.

Scammers post fake profiles using pictures stolen from internet models. Once you message the WhatsApp number, they will demand an advance payment via mobile money transfer platforms (such as eZ Cash, mCash, or bank transfers) claiming it is for "booking" or "transport." Once the money is sent, the user is immediately blocked.

: Clicking links on unofficial sites promising these numbers can lead to the download of malicious software, phishing attempts, or unauthorized access to your own WhatsApp account. Privacy Violations

The Badu Number scam has had a significant impact on Sri Lankan citizens, particularly in terms of financial losses and emotional distress. Many people have fallen victim to the scam, losing money by calling premium rate numbers or clicking on malicious links.

While "badu" has broader slang usage (sometimes meaning "goods"), its application in this context is purely illicit and often exploitative.

The vast majority of WhatsApp numbers advertised under these keywords on public forums, social media, and shady websites are completely fake. They are rarely posted by the actual owners of the phone numbers. Instead, they are generated or stolen by bad actors for malicious purposes.

If you are looking to meet new people, make friends, or start a relationship in Sri Lanka, avoid shady search terms and underground forums. Instead, use secure, mainstream platforms that prioritize user safety and data privacy.

If you have fallen victim to a Badu Number scam or suspect suspicious activity, you can report it to:

This lack of conclusive data highlights a common problem: users searching for these numbers often have to rely on hearsay and online rumors, which can be risky. If a number is marked as "Kuli Badu" by a small number of users, it is likely involved in informal betting or money-lending circles.