The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has disowned fraudulent text messages and a fake website claiming to notify motorists of new road traffic offences, warning Nigerians not to fall victim to the scam.
The Corps said the fake messages, currently circulating through mobile phones and social media platforms, falsely inform recipients that fresh traffic offences have been recorded against them and direct them to a fraudulent website to “review” the alleged violations.
In a statement issued by the Corps Public Education Officer, Osondu Ohaeri, FRSC identified one of the fake links as “frscgov.top/ng”, stressing that it has no connection whatsoever with the Corps.
The agency reiterated that its only official website is www.frsc.gov.ng and that all genuine online services are available only through its authorised digital platforms.
According to the statement, the fraudulent messages are designed to create panic and trick unsuspecting victims into clicking malicious links capable of harvesting personal information, banking details and other sensitive data.
FRSC warned members of the public never to disclose passwords, ATM card details, bank information, driver’s licence numbers, vehicle registration details or any personal information in response to unsolicited messages claiming to originate from the Corps.
It advised motorists to verify any alleged traffic offence directly through official FRSC channels rather than links contained in unsolicited text messages.
The Corps also urged anyone who receives such messages to keep the evidence, refrain from interacting with the sender and report the incident to the appropriate authorities.
FRSC warned those behind the fraudulent scheme that the Corps’ name, logo, digital identity and institutional reputation must not be used for criminal activities, adding that it would collaborate with law enforcement and cybersecurity agencies to identify and prosecute those responsible.
Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed directed intensified public awareness campaigns on the scam and urged Nigerians to remain vigilant while conducting online transactions involving government agencies.
He reaffirmed the Corps’ commitment to safeguarding its digital platforms and ensuring that technology introduced to improve road safety administration is not exploited by fraudsters.
The Corps Marshal urged Nigerians to adopt the simple safety rule: “Stop. Verify. Report.” He advised the public to verify every message claiming to be from the FRSC through the Corps’ official website or its toll-free line 122 before taking any action.
He also encouraged Nigerians to share the warning widely to prevent unsuspecting motorists from becoming victims, stressing that the FRSC would not be liable for losses arising from dealings with fake websites or individuals impersonating the Corps.
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