ABUJA — The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force, has arrested a suspect accused of impersonating the Board’s Registrar, Prof. Segun Aina, to allegedly defraud unsuspecting members of the public.

JAMB disclosed the development in a statement shared on its official X account, saying the suspect was apprehended in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, following an intelligence-led investigation.

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According to the examination body, the investigation traced the alleged fraudulent activities to the use of the Registrar’s identity on social media and other platforms.

JAMB said the suspect allegedly impersonated Prof. Aina and used his identity to target members of the public through fraudulent activities.

The Board stressed that the Registrar has not authorised anyone to solicit money, secure contracts, facilitate admissions or examinations, or demand gratification on his behalf.

JAMB consequently urged members of the public to exercise caution and verify any request purportedly made in the name of Prof. Segun Aina before taking action.

The examination body also warned Nigerians against making payments in response to unsolicited requests, particularly those involving admissions, examinations, contracts or other official matters.

It advised anyone who encounters suspicious requests or activities involving the identity of the Registrar or other JAMB officials to report them through the appropriate channels.

JAMB said the arrest should serve as a warning to individuals who attempt to exploit the names and identities of public officials to defraud unsuspecting Nigerians.

“Members of the public are advised to verify before trusting, never make payments based on unsolicited requests, and report suspicious activity through the appropriate channels. There is no safe haven for fraudsters,” the statement read in part.

The Board said it would continue to work with relevant security agencies to identify and prosecute individuals involved in fraudulent activities carried out in the name of JAMB or its officials.