The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has warned Nigerians to disregard a fake recruitment update circulating online, stressing that the information did not originate from the Service and urging applicants to rely only on its verified communication channels.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has alerted members of the public to a fraudulent recruitment update circulating across social media platforms, describing the publication as fake and unauthorised.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the Service said the misleading message did not emanate from the NCS and urged Nigerians, particularly job seekers, to ignore it completely. The agency reiterated that all official announcements regarding recruitment exercises are published only through its verified communication channels.
Customs Disowns Viral Recruitment Notice
According to the Service, the fake recruitment notice is part of a growing trend of misinformation and recruitment scams targeting unsuspecting Nigerians.
The NCS warned that fraudsters often exploit public interest in government recruitment exercises by circulating forged documents, fake screening schedules and fabricated employment updates designed to deceive applicants.
The agency advised the public not to rely on messages shared through unofficial WhatsApp groups, Facebook pages or other social media platforms claiming to represent the Service.
Applicants Urged to Use Official Channels
The Customs Service stressed that genuine information about recruitment, promotions, auctions and other official activities would only be released through its verified website and official social media accounts.
It also reminded applicants that the recruitment process is transparent and does not require payments to any individual, group or intermediary.
The Service urged anyone who encounters suspicious recruitment messages to disregard them and report them to the appropriate authorities.
Crackdown on Recruitment Scams
The latest warning comes amid repeated efforts by the NCS to combat online fraud involving fake recruitment advertisements.
In recent months, the Service has issued several advisories debunking forged Computer-Based Test (CBT) schedules, fake appointment letters and other fraudulent recruitment documents circulating online.
Officials said they remain committed to protecting applicants from scammers while ensuring that legitimate recruitment processes are conducted with transparency and integrity.
Government agencies in Nigeria have repeatedly warned citizens about cybercriminals who impersonate public institutions to extort money from job seekers.
The Nigeria Customs Service has consistently maintained that its recruitment exercises are free of charge and that applicants should verify every recruitment announcement through its official platforms before taking any action.