The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has warned Nigerians against a fraudulent scheme in which scammers are impersonating senior officials to offer *fake forfeited vehicles for sale* at discounted prices.
—Impersonation of Secretary Haruna—
In a disclaimer issued on Friday and signed by Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, the agency said fraudsters are circulating forged letters and messages, particularly bearing the name of the NDLEA Secretary, Barrister Shadrach Haruna, to lure unsuspecting members of the public.
The NDLEA described the offers as entirely fraudulent and aimed at swindling victims.
—“No Private Sale of Forfeited Assets”—
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The agency stated that no official has the authority to privately allocate, sell or offer forfeited vehicles or any other seized assets to individuals.
“Assets forfeited as proceeds of drug-related offences are disposed of only through publicly advertised auctions conducted by government-appointed and registered auctioneers, in accordance with extant legal provisions and public procurement regulations,” it said.
The NDLEA added that approved auctions are publicised in national newspapers and on its official platforms to ensure transparency and equal access.
—Public Advisory—
The agency urged Nigerians to disregard any private letters, text messages, emails or social media posts claiming to sell forfeited vehicles on behalf of Barrister Haruna or any other NDLEA official.
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It advised anyone approached with such offers to report to the nearest NDLEA command or through the agency’s official communication channels.
The NDLEA reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, accountability and due process in the disposal of forfeited assets, and called on the public to remain vigilant.
