The Information Technology and Resource Centre (ITRC) at Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU) in Anyigba wishes to make it unequivocally clear that the activities outlined in the widely circulated open letter – which allege that certain persons are collecting ₦50,000, ₦55,000 or other unapproved sums from prospective students for registration, admission processing and related services – are not sanctioned ITRC registration procedures. Anyone who engages in such conduct should not be assumed to represent the ITRC unless proper verification can be provided.

The ITRC emphatically distances itself from any illicit money‑taking, bogus registration schemes, deceptive admission assurances, or unofficial payment requests that are made under the guise of the University or the Centre. Applicants, together with their parents and guardians, are strongly urged to exercise utmost vigilance and to ensure that all admission and registration matters are processed through the University’s officially recognised channels.

HOW PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS CAN BE SCAMMED

• 1. Fake WhatsApp and Telegram groups: Some bad actors set up groups bearing names such as “PAAU Aspirants,” “PAAU Admission Updates,” or “PAAU Freshers” to gain the confidence of unwary candidates and then demand money for services that do not exist.
• 2. Inflated registration charges: Applicants may be asked to remit ₦50,000, ₦55,000 or other amounts that surpass the fees displayed on the University’s official portal. Always cross‑check the authorised fee schedule before making any payment.
• 3. Fake admission processing fees: Scammers might request payment for alleged admission assistance, screening, clearance, course registration or other services without any legitimate authority.
• 4. False promises of admission: Be wary of individuals who claim they can secure your place, guarantee admission, influence admission officers, or insert your name on an admission list in exchange for cash.
• 5. Fake receipts and payment confirmations: Some fraudsters send altered receipts, fabricated transaction alerts or counterfeit payment confirmations to persuade applicants that their registration has been completed.
• 6. Pressure and intimidation tactics: You may encounter threats that an offer will lapse within minutes, that your admission will be withdrawn if you do not pay immediately, or that you must pay to retain your slot. Do not let fear or urgency drive you to act without verification.
• 7. Fake officials and impersonation: Certain individuals may misuse the names, photographs, titles, logos or identities of university officials, ITRC staff, SUG executives or student representatives to make fraudulent demands appear authentic.
• 8. Fake registration agents: Beware of people who present themselves as authorised agents or intermediaries, collecting money on the promise of completing registration on your behalf without any verifiable approval from the University.

OUR ADVICE TO ALL PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS

The ITRC advises every applicant to utilise the recognised ITRC facilities and the University’s authorised registration avenues for a safe, reliable and properly guided enrollment process, wherever applicable.

Applicants are encouraged to:

• Verify all approved charges on the official University portal before making any payment.
• Use only the University’s recognised payment channels.
• Seek clarification directly from the ITRC through its verified official contact points whenever there is uncertainty about registration procedures.
• Refrain from paying anyone solely because they claim membership in an aspirants’ group or promise faster processing.
• Retain payment receipts and transaction references for every legitimate payment made.
• Confirm all admission and registration information through official University announcements.
• Report suspicious payment requests, impersonation attempts, fake groups and any suspected fraudulent activity to the appropriate University authorities.

Please keep in mind: being a member of a WhatsApp group, possessing a university‑branded identity, or knowing someone who claims to be a university official does not automatically grant that person the authority to collect money on behalf of PAAU or the ITRC.

A CALL FOR COLLECTIVE RESPONSIBILITY

The ITRC acknowledges the critical need to safeguard the reputation of Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba, and to ensure that prospective students are not misled or taken advantage of during the admission and registration phases.

We also call on students, parents and guardians to disseminate verified information rather than rumours, and to forward any suspected scams together with supporting evidence – such as payment receipts, account details, telephone numbers and screenshots of dubious messages – to the relevant University offices.

The overarching aim is to shield innocent applicants, promote transparency and uphold the distinguished name of our institution.

SAFE REGISTRATION BEGINS WITH VERIFICATION. DO NOT PAY ANYONE WITHOUT OFFICIAL CONFIRMATION.

Issued by: C.itp Rock Adeiza Ezekiel

Director

Information Technology and Resource Centre PAAU

This refers to the Information Technology and Resource Centre at PAAU.

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