The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has cautioned the public to disregard a fraudulent recruitment shortlist making rounds on social media.
Officials clarified that no computer-based test shortlist has been released and labelled the viral list as fake and misleading.
The agency urged applicants and citizens to rely only on official communication channels for updates on legitimate recruitment processes.
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Customs emphasized that it does not charge fees at any stage of its recruitment, warning against impostors posing as officials.
The NCS confirmed that its legal department will take action against those spreading false information and defrauding unsuspecting applicants.
Citizens were advised to report suspicious messages or individuals to law enforcement to support the clampdown on recruitment scams.
This warning follows an uptick in fraudulent job offers targeting Nigerian youth amid economic uncertainty and rising unemployment rates.
The Customs Service reiterated its commitment to transparency and merit in all staffing processes across the country.
