The University of Calabar (UNICAL) in Cross River State, Nigeria, has issued a warning about an individual impersonating a professor and attempting to defraud students. The suspect, who claims to be "Prof. Odong" from the university's Information and Communication Technology (ICT) unit, has been contacting students about their exam results. According to UNICAL's Public Relations Unit, the impostor demands money from students, promising to improve their results.
The university's management stated that preliminary investigations by the Security Department found no staff member by the name of Prof. Odong. Further checks revealed that the individual was operating from Iseyin Local Government Area of Oyo State. The university warned students and staff against responding to communications from the alleged impostor, particularly requests for money related to exam results or academic matters.
The impostor, using telephone number 08144115929, has been contacting students about their alleged poor exam results. The university advised students not to disclose personal information or exam details to anyone claiming to have the ability to alter or improve results. UNICAL emphasized that it has zero tolerance for unethical practices and will sanction anyone found culpable.
The university management urged students who have been contacted by the impostor to report the matter to the appropriate authorities for action. UNICAL reaffirmed its commitment to protecting students and safeguarding the integrity of its academic processes. The warning is part of the university's efforts to prevent fraudulent activities and maintain transparency.
The suspect's activities have raised concerns about the security of students' personal and academic information. UNICAL's warning highlights the need for students to be vigilant and cautious when dealing with unsolicited communications. The university's emphasis on reporting suspicious activities aims to prevent further incidents.
The incident is a reminder of the risks of impersonation and the importance of verifying the authenticity of individuals claiming to represent the university. UNICAL's proactive measures demonstrate its commitment to maintaining academic integrity and protecting students' interests. The university's authorities are working to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The University of Calabar has assured students and staff that it will continue to take measures to prevent and address fraudulent activities. By reporting the incident and warning students, UNICAL aims to prevent further exploitation and maintain trust in its academic processes. Students are advised to be cautious and report any suspicious activities to the university authorities.
Key points
- University of Calabar warns students of fake professor defrauding students over results.
- Impostor claims to be "Prof. Odong" from ICT unit, demands money to improve results.
- University advises students to report suspicious activities and verify authenticity of individuals claiming to represent UNICAL.
