By Ihie Grace
The Nigeria Police Force has implored Nigerians to be Beware of Fraudulent Vehicle Auction Schemes, impersonators FPRO.
This was disclosed in a statement released via their official Facebook page by the public relations officer ACP Olumuyiwa.
According to the commission, ” The Nigeria Police Force wishes to issue a vital advisory to safeguard the public against the recent surge in deceptive vehicle auction scams and impersonating senior officers to dupe unsuspecting Nigerians.
“We wish to emphasize that the NPF adheres strictly to a standardized protocol for conducting legitimate vehicle auctions, contracts, and legitimate deals, in line with the provisions of extant laws.
Citizens have reported incidents where individuals, falsely posing as representatives of the police authority, have sought financial contributions under the guise of imminent vehicle auctions and favours, including contracts from the NPF
“Specifically, let it be clear that the IGP as an individual doesn’t approve or sell property, especially cars, on public auctions.
“Every auction must follow due process as enshrined in the Nigeria Police Act, 2020. It, therefore, is imperative for all residents to exercise caution and refrain from parting with their funds in response to such unauthorized solicitations.
“The commission however urge everyone to independently verify any information related to police activities, particularly vehicle auctions, through official communication channels.”