Introduction

The Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo, has been made aware of certain reports suggesting that the institution is involved in the sale of employment appointments to members of the public.

Management's Stance

The Management of the Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo, wishes to categorically deny these allegations, stating that the University has never sold, and does not sell, employment appointments. This practice is in direct contradiction to the values and principles upon which the University was established.

Recent Recruitment Exercise

The University recently conducted a recruitment exercise, which was carried out in accordance with established guidelines and applicable Federal Character principles and regulations.

Warning to the Public

Members of the public are advised to disregard anyone demanding or soliciting money from them in exchange for employment or appointment into the University. Such demands are fraudulent and do not represent the position or policy of the Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo.

Unauthorised Activities

The University has not authorised, and will not authorise, any individual or group to collect money from applicants in exchange for employment. Anyone who engages with persons purportedly acting on behalf of the University in this regard does so entirely at their own risk.

Law Enforcement Notification

Management has notified the appropriate law enforcement agencies of the alleged fraudulent activities. Anyone found to be involved in such acts will be made to face the full weight of the law.

University's Commitment

The Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo, under the leadership of the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Francis Aba Uba, remains committed to transparency, merit, due process, and institutional integrity. The Management will not allow individuals seeking to defraud unsuspecting members of the public to tarnish the hard-earned reputation of the University.

Outcome of Recruitment Exercise

For the avoidance of doubt, the outcome of the recent recruitment exercise will be communicated through appropriate official channels, and successful candidates will be duly notified in due course.

Official Communications

Members of the public are advised to rely only on official communications from the University and to report any suspected attempt to solicit money in exchange for employment to the appropriate authorities.

Contact Information

• Mr. Sunday A. Igah
• Head, Information, Public Relations and Protocol Unit
• Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo (FUHSO)
• August 10, 2026

Disclaimer

The Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo, wishes to reiterate that it is not selling appointments. The University's attention has been drawn to reports circulating in some quarters alleging the sale of employment appointments to members of the public.

Reiteration of Management's Stance

Management wishes to categorically state that the Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo, has never sold, and does not sell, employment appointments, nor does it encourage or condone the sale of employment in any form. Such a practice is completely antithetical to the values, principles, and ethos upon which the University was established.

The public is warned to only trust official information from the University.

When dealing with the University, it's crucial to be cautious of potential scams.

• Report any attempts to solicit money in exchange for employment to the authorities.

Mr. Sunday A. Igah

Head, Information, Public Relations and Protocol Unit

Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo (FUHSO)

August 10, 2026.