The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has determined that it is once again required to publish a Disclaimer Notice to the public on the reappearance of fraudulent activities carried out by con artists. These people have been making up social media profiles in the person of the distinguished Vice Chancellor, Prof. Wahab Egbewole, SAN, with the intention of tricking the public into parting with their hard-earned cash.
Watch Out for False Social Media Profiles
The university has learned that these con artists are aggressively obtaining money from gullible people using platforms including Facebook, Messenger, LinkedIn, WhatsApp, and Instagram. To provide legitimacy to their shady plans, they construct demands and requests and falsely attribute them to Prof. Egbewole.
A Formal Declaration from UNILORIN
Prof. Wahab Egbewole does not have any profiles on any of the aforementioned social networking sites, according to the University of Ilorin. This formal explanation is an important reminder to everyone to be on the lookout for any message purporting to be from the Vice Chancellor but that does not come via reputable university channels.
Advice For The General Public
- Verify Information: Using the official university contact information, double-check any demands for money or personal information made by someone claiming to be an official from the institution.
- Report Suspicious Activities: Report any suspicious requests or communications you receive to the University of Ilorin for further investigation, or to the relevant authorities.
- Teach Others and Yourself: Keep yourself updated on typical scammer strategies, and enlighten your friends and family to help them from becoming victims of similar con games.
In Summary
The University of Ilorin advises everyone to be extra cautious and diligent these days since internet platforms have turned into hubs for scamming activity. Together, let’s protect our neighbourhood from these dishonest people. Please visit the University of Ilorin’s official website or get in touch with the public relations department directly for further details and updates. You may significantly impact the fight against these fraudulent practices with your knowledge and alertness.
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