Barbara Bako, Abuja.
The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has warned members of the public against fraudulent individuals impersonating the Commissioner for Insurance, Mr Olusegun Ayo Omosehin, through fake social media accounts and messaging platforms.
The Commission said the fraudsters were using the Commissioner’s name, photograph and identity to deceive unsuspecting members of the public with fake offers of contracts, employment opportunities, approvals and other benefits.
In a public disclaimer signed by its management on Wednesday, NAICOM disclosed that the individuals often demand payments through personal bank accounts and unofficial channels in exchange for the purported benefits.
The Commission stressed that it does not conduct official business, award contracts, offer employment or request payments through personal social media accounts, private messaging platforms or other informal channels.
It also clarified that no individual is authorised to collect money on behalf of the Commissioner for Insurance or the Commission for any official purpose.
NAICOM therefore urged members of the public to disregard and report suspicious communications, financial solicitations or requests from unofficial sources claiming to represent the Commissioner or the Commission.
The regulator reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the public and promoting transparency, security and trust in Nigeria’s insurance sector.
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