By Sabiu Abdullahi
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has issued a warning to Nigerians over a fraudulent social media account that is allegedly offering vehicles for auction.
In a statement released by the Service, it revealed that the attention of the agency had been drawn to the fake account, which is circulating online and misleading people with false claims of car sales.
The NCS dismissed the claims, stressing that it has no connection to the said account or the supposed auctions. It also clarified that the officer whose photograph appears on the platform is not involved in any vehicle sales on social media.
According to the Service, the account is a case of impersonation designed to deceive and defraud unsuspecting members of the public.
“The attention of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has been drawn to a fraudulent social media account currently circulating online, falsely conducting vehicle auctions.”
“The NCS wishes to state clearly that this claim is false and did not originate from the Service. The officer whose image is being used is not involved in any car sales on social media, and the account is an act of impersonation intended to defraud unsuspecting members of the public.”
The agency urged Nigerians to ignore such messages. It also advised the public not to send money to individuals behind the scheme and to report the account to relevant authorities for necessary action.
“Members of the public are strongly advised to disregard such messages, refrain from making any payments, and report the account for further action.”
The NCS further encouraged citizens to rely on its verified platforms for accurate information and updates.
“For reliable and factual information about NCS, please follow us on updates published through our official communication channels: Facebook: Nigeria Customs Service Instagram: @customsng TikTok: @customsng Threads: @customsng X: @customsng Website: www.customs.gov.ng”
