The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has warned the public about a fraudulent recruitment scheme involving an individual accused of soliciting money while falsely claiming to offer jobs.
In a public notice issued on Monday, May 18, EPRA identified the individual as David, and clarified that he is not an employee, agent or representative of the authority.
The regulator added that the individual has no authority to conduct recruitment or offer employment opportunities on behalf of EPRA.
“The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority wishes to notify members of the public that one David is NOT an employee, agent or representative of EPRA and has no authority whatsoever to conduct recruitment or offer employment opportunities on behalf of the Authority,” the notice stated.
According to the authority, reports indicated that the suspect had been requesting money from individuals while promising to secure employment opportunities at EPRA.
“It has come to our attention that the said individual has been fraudulently soliciting money from unsuspecting members of the public under the false pretense of securing employment opportunities at EPRA,” the authority said.
EPRA emphasised that its recruitment processes are conducted transparently, professionally and strictly on merit.
The authority warned job seekers against engaging with individuals demanding payment in exchange for employment opportunities, reiterating that it does not charge any fees at any stage of its recruitment process.
The notice urged the public to remain vigilant and verify recruitment information through official communication channels.
“Members of the public are advised to remain vigilant and avoid engaging with any persons requesting payment in exchange for employment opportunities,” EPRA wrote.
In addition, the notice directs individuals to report suspicious recruitment activities to the relevant authorities.
EPRA’s warning comes amid rising cases of fraudulent recruitment schemes targeting job seekers through fake employment offers linked to government agencies.