The Nigerian Navy has issued a warning against fake social media advertisements announcing special enlistment into the Navy. According to Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, the Naval Spokesman, these advertisements are not authorised and should be disregarded. The Navy has observed the recurrent circulation of fake recruitment notices on social media platforms and other unofficial channels.
Captain Folorunsho stated that the notices are not official recruitment announcements and advised prospective applicants and members of the public to exercise caution. He emphasised that recruitment information obtained from unofficial social media accounts, websites or other unauthorised sources should be disregarded. The Navy has urged the public to rely solely on official communication channels for accurate, verified information about recruitment exercises.
The Nigerian Navy has provided official channels for recruitment information, including the official recruitment website, http://www.joinnigeriannavy.navy.mil.ng, and the Nigerian Navy’s official website, https://navy.mil.ng. All official information concerning Nigerian Navy recruitment, including eligibility requirements, application procedures, timelines and categories, will be communicated exclusively through authorised Nigerian Navy channels.
Captain Folorunsho warned members of the public against making payments to individuals, agents or unauthorised platforms in connection with Nigerian Navy recruitment. He stressed that recruitment into the Nigerian Navy is free of charge, and the Service does not authorise third parties to recruit applicants or collect recruitment fees on its behalf.
The Nigerian Navy has reaffirmed its commitment to monitoring and addressing the circulation of fraudulent recruitment information. The Navy continues to address the issue of fake recruitment notices, which has been a recurring problem. The public is advised to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities.
The warning comes as a reminder to the public to be cautious when receiving unsolicited information about recruitment exercises. The Nigerian Navy has urged the public to verify information through official channels before taking any action. This move aims to prevent individuals from falling victim to scams and fraudulent activities.
The Nigerian Navy's efforts to curb fake recruitment notices demonstrate its commitment to transparency and accountability. By relying solely on official communication channels, prospective applicants can ensure that they receive accurate and verified information about recruitment exercises. The Navy will continue to monitor and address the circulation of fraudulent recruitment information.
Key points
- The Nigerian Navy has warned against fake social media advertisements announcing special enlistment into the Navy.
- The Navy has provided official channels for recruitment information, including the official recruitment website and the Nigerian Navy’s official website.
- Recruitment into the Nigerian Navy is free of charge, and the Service does not authorise third parties to recruit applicants or collect recruitment fees on its behalf.
