The Nigeria Police Force has warned the public against a fake press release circulating online about the commencement of training for 50,000 newly recruited constables. The notice uses the name and office of a senior police spokesperson but was not authorised by the force.
What the police said
Police headquarters described the document as false and urged recruitment candidates to disregard its contents. The clarification is important because applicants may make financial or travel decisions based on notices that appear official but have not been issued through recognised channels.
Investigation into the circulation
Authorities said efforts were under way to identify the people responsible for generating and sharing the document. Anyone found culpable could face legal action, especially if the material is linked to fraud, impersonation or an attempt to mislead applicants.
The incident also highlights the speed at which recruitment information can spread across messaging platforms. A familiar logo, official-sounding language or a copied signature is not enough to establish that a notice is genuine.
How applicants can protect themselves
Applicants should confirm recruitment updates through the official police recruitment portal and verified police communication channels. They should avoid paying individuals who promise selection, training slots or accelerated processing, and should preserve suspicious messages for reporting rather than forwarding them.
Families can also help by checking the date, issuing authority and web address on any recruitment notice before acting. Small verification steps can prevent avoidable losses and reduce the spread of false information.
Conclusion
The disowned notice should be treated as a warning to verify every recruitment update. Candidates should wait for authenticated instructions and report suspicious material to the appropriate authorities.
