FRSC Alerts Public to Rising Scam Amidst Fake Recruitment Notices

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has issued a strong caution to the general public about fraudulent recruitment schemes circulating online. These false announcements, primarily found on unverified websites and social media platforms, claim that the FRSC is currently hiring. In response, the agency clarified that there is no ongoing recruitment exercise, urging potential applicants and the public to disregard such misleading information.

In an official statement released by Olusegun Ogungbemide, Assistant Corps Marshal and Corps Public Education Officer, the FRSC highlighted the increasing prevalence of these fake recruitment advertisements. He noted that these scams typically prey on job seekers who are desperate for employment, exploiting their need for work to solicit money and personal information. The agency’s spokesperson emphasized that the FRSC has no current plans to recruit new personnel and cautioned the public to be vigilant against falling victim to these deceptive schemes.

“The attention of the Federal Road Safety Corps has been drawn to various publications by online platforms falsely claiming that the Corps is conducting a recruitment exercise,” Ogungbemide stated. “We want to make it clear that there is no recruitment process underway, and there are no immediate plans for any hiring exercise,” he added.
The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, further elaborated on the FRSC’s recruitment policies, stressing the importance of transparency and credibility in all their hiring processes. He explained that when the Corps decides to recruit, it uses official and publicly accessible channels to announce the exercise.

These include the FRSC’s official website (www.frsc.gov.ng), its verified social media handles, and the National Traffic Radio 107.1 FM. Mohammed pointed out that the agency is committed to conducting fair and open recruitment, ensuring that only qualified candidates are considered for positions within the Corps.

“We want to assure the public that whenever there is a legitimate recruitment exercise, it will be duly advertised through verified and trusted channels,” Mohammed said. “These include the FRSC’s official platforms, which are the safest sources of information for applicants interested in joining the Corps.” He also highlighted that the FRSC maintains a strict policy against soliciting money or any form of payment during its recruitment process, reinforcing the need for applicants to be cautious of anyone demanding payment in exchange for job placement.

In recent months, there has been a noticeable spike in the activities of fraudsters posing as recruitment agents for the FRSC. These scammers often use sophisticated tactics to lure unsuspecting victims, including creating fake websites that mimic the official FRSC site and sending out emails with forged documents bearing the FRSC logo. They frequently promise guaranteed job placements in exchange for payment, leaving job seekers at risk of losing their money and personal data to these malicious actors.

The FRSC’s public advisory serves as both a warning and an educational campaign to help Nigerians recognize and avoid these scams. The agency urged people to be cautious and to verify any job-related information through official FRSC channels before taking any action. Potential applicants were advised to report any suspicious activity, or recruitment offers to the nearest FRSC office or through the agency’s official communication lines.

“The Corps will not be held liable for any losses incurred by individuals who choose to engage with these fraudulent schemes,” the statement emphasized. Ogungbemide reiterated that the FRSC takes such matters seriously and is working closely with law enforcement agencies to track down and prosecute the perpetrators behind these scams. The public was also reminded to remain alert and to rely solely on information from official sources.