Customs alert public over fake automobile auctions on social media
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has warned the public against a fraudulent social media account circulating online and falsely conducting vehicle auctions.
In a statement posted on its official X handle on Monday, the Service said the claim did not originate from the NCS and described it as a scam aimed at defrauding unsuspecting members of the public.
“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 statement read.
The Service urged members of the public to disregard such messages, avoid making payments, and report the fraudulent account for appropriate action.
“Members of the public are strongly advised to disregard such messages, refrain from making any payments, and report the account for further action,” it added.
This latest scam alert comes amid rising cases of impersonation targeting government agencies in Nigeria, where fraudsters exploit public interest in seized or auctioned vehicles to lure victims.
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Last Monday, the Customs Service also cautioned the public against false information currently circulating on social media, stressing that the claims are not genuine and did not originate from the Service.
The NCS also advised the public to rely only on its verified communication channels for accurate information regarding its activities.
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