Nigerians cautioned to watch out for fraudsters posing as Customs officials on social media.
Abdullahi Maiwada, the National Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Customs Service, emphasizes the need for caution. He highlights the increasing activities of fraudulent entities on social media, falsely claiming association with the NCS for auctions or recruitment.Maiwada points out a surge in scams where deceitful individuals impersonate high-ranking NCS officials. These scams exploit public trust, promoting fictitious auctions and sham recruitment drives supposedly endorsed by the service.
Maiwada clarifies that seized goods follow a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for disposal, as per the Nigeria Customs Service Act, 2023. He stresses that NCS officials are only authorized to conduct auctions or recruitment through legal processes. Auctions of seized goods never happen on social media, and any such claims should be treated as fraudulent and reported promptly.For accurate and updated information about the Nigeria Customs Service, Maiwada encourages the public to verify details exclusively through the official NCS website (www.customs.gov.ng) or contact the help desk line at +2347037891156.
Official social media handles are also reliable sources of information.Individuals are advised to visit Customs formations nationwide and meet with Public Relations Officers (PROs) to verify financial commitments related to seized goods or recruitment before proceeding. The commitment of NCS remains unwavering in protecting the public from fraudulent activities, and vigilance is urged when approached with offers or announcements regarding Customs auctions or recruitment. Any suspicious activities should be reported to the nearest Customs office or through official communication channels for immediate assistance.Credit : Twitter