NNPC ALERTS FOREIGN INVESTORS TO POTENTIAL SCAMS
GREATRIBUNETVNEWS–THE Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has issued a warning to foreign investors and international business entities about potential scams. Scammers are falsely claiming to represent NNPC, aiming to deceive and exploit unsuspecting investors.
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Warning Details:
– False Representation: Individuals and companies are impersonating NNPC representatives to gain trust and secure illicit benefits.
– Investor Caution: NNPC advises foreign investors to be cautious and verify the authenticity of any entity claiming to represent the company.
Recommended Action:
– Verify Credentials: Investors should verify the credentials of any individual or company claiming to represent NNPC before engaging in business transactions.
– Official Channels: Use official NNPC communication channels to confirm the legitimacy of any business opportunity or representation claim.
Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer, NNPC Limited who said this in a public notice on Sunday,disclosed that the tactics of the scammers include soliciting fees for meetings with NNPC board of directors, executives and management staff.
He maintained that these actions are unauthorized and illegal, even as he advised investors incident to the appropriate authorities immediately, if approached
According to him, all legitimate engagements with NNPC Limited occur strictly through official channels or business units only.
He added:”NNPC Limited remains committed to transparency, integrity and the protection of our stakeholders in all interactions. Let’s work together to prevent scams.”
