CDCFIB issues warning on false recruitment info, cites legal action against spreaders
CDCFIB issued a public notice earlier today warning Nigerians against spreading or believing false information about its ongoing recruitment exercise, stating that unauthorized and misleading details circulating on social media could confuse applicants and constitute a criminal offense punishable under existing laws. The Board, through its Head of Press and Public Relations Okeh Juliet, said it will identify and prosecute individuals or groups spreading false claims, and is collaborating with security agencies to monitor misinformation.
This warning matters because false recruitment information risks derailing the aspirations of genuine applicants seeking opportunities through CDCFIB's official process, while those spreading such info face potential legal sanctions including prosecution. The Board emphasized that this serves as a final warning to social media users propagating falsehoods about the exercise.
Applicants and the public are advised to rely solely on the CDCFIB's official recruitment portal and verified communication channels for authentic updates, report suspicious content through appropriate channels, and refrain from sharing unverified information to avoid legal consequences.