LunagisthubFake National Assembly Staffer Arrested for N4 Million Scam
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned a man named Mustapha Mohammed for allegedly impersonating a National Assembly staff member and scamming unsuspecting job seekers.
Mohammed claimed to have close connections with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), and demanded N4 million each from several individuals, promising to secure them job appointment letters. The victims paid a total of N3 million into a Zenith Bank account, and were later asked to pay an additional N300,000 each for medical screening, which was deposited into an Access Bank account.
The ICPC investigated the matter and arraigned Mohammed and his accomplices on five counts, including conspiracy, forgery, and obtaining money under false pretenses. The case highlights the need for vigilance and caution when dealing with individuals claiming to have influential connections.
The ICPC’s efforts to combat corruption and scam are commendable, and citizens are advised to be wary of such scams and report any suspicious activities to the relevant authorities.
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