The Delta State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme, has warned members of the public against fraudsters impersonating him on Facebook, WhatsApp and other social media platforms to extort money from unsuspecting job seekers with false promises of securing employment in the Delta State Civil Service.
Key Highlights:
- Delta Health Commissioner warns residents against fake job recruitment scam.
- Fraudsters allegedly using fake Facebook and WhatsApp accounts to extort job seekers.
- Commissioner disowns WhatsApp number 07055502867 and denies claims that his official line was hacked.
- Ministry reiterates that government recruitment is free, transparent and merit-based.
- Security agencies have been alerted to investigate and prosecute those behind the scam.
In a disclaimer issued on Wednesday, Dr. Onojaeme disclosed that the syndicate has been using fake social media accounts and the WhatsApp number 07055502867 to impersonate him while demanding money from victims in exchange for fictitious job placements in the Delta State Civil Service and other government establishments.
The Commissioner categorically denied any association with the phone number, stressing that it does not belong to him.
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He also dismissed claims by the fraudsters that his official telephone line had been hacked, describing the allegation as a calculated attempt to deceive the public and lend credibility to their criminal activities.
Onojaeme reiterated that neither he nor the Delta State Ministry of Health solicits or receives money from anyone in exchange for employment or any government-related service.
He explained that recruitment into the Delta State Civil Service and the Ministry of Health is conducted strictly through established government procedures that are transparent, merit-based and free from any form of financial inducement.
The Commissioner urged residents to disregard calls, text messages and social media communications from individuals claiming to represent him or offering employment opportunities in return for payment, warning that anyone dealing with such fraudsters does so at their own risk.
He further advised members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious recruitment offers or fraudulent communications to the nearest law enforcement agency or relevant security authorities for investigation.
Onojaeme assured residents that the Ministry of Health is working closely with security agencies to identify, apprehend and prosecute those behind the fraudulent scheme.
He reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to protecting citizens from criminal activities and maintaining transparency, integrity and accountability in all government recruitment processes.
