DSS warns on new fraud in town

The Department of State Services (DSS) has alerted heads of
government agencies of a new pattern of fraud to which they may fall
prey, especially during the transition period to President Muhammadu
Buhari’s second term.

Vulnerable to the pranksters are CEOs of government agencies or people looking for appointments.

According to the secret agency, the fraudsters use names of the
supervising authorities of the CEO to extort or fleece them (the CEOs)
of huge sums of money.

“Believing that these fraudsters actually act on behalf of highly
placed government functionaries, the victims are deceived to part with
their valuables including money.

“In other instances, heads of agencies are made to feel that there
are incriminating materials against them for which they must pay or be
arrested by security agencies.

“Those also targeted are persons seeking new appointments or renewal
of terms. It is envisaged that the act may be at its peak during this
transition period when prospective appointees are jostling for
positions.

`’This notice, therefore, serves as an early warning to possible
victims who are hereby advised to be wary of the antics of these
merchants. Also, they are enjoined to promptly report to security
agencies, when approached by suspected fraudulent persons desirous of
using names of high ranking public officials to defraud them.

“On the part of the Service, it will continue to partner with
relevant stakeholders to apprehend the fraudsters as well as ensure the
security and integrity of the nation”.

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