FUTA Public Notice on Admission Fraud
The Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) alerts the public, especially those hoping to gain admission, about a rise in false claims spread by individuals pretending to act on behalf of the university. These people send messages and posts online, saying they can influence the Post UTME Screening Exercise or secure admission slots. They ask candidates to call certain phone numbers and pay large sums into personal accounts. Their claims are false and designed to trick families into parting with money.
FUTA explains that these messages come from scammers who aim to mislead candidates, parents and guardians. No internal or external party can change screening results or the admission process. Admission decisions follow the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) procedures and run on clear merit.
Prospective candidates are urged to stay alert. Anyone who chooses to engage with these scammers does so at personal risk, as the university cannot take responsibility for any loss. This notice stands as a clear warning to protect applicants from harm.
How FUTA Handles Admission
FUTA states that all admission steps follow set rules. Screening results cannot be changed. Staff members are not permitted to give favours or adjust outcomes. Every candidate is assessed using the same process, which runs through JAMB. Any claim suggesting special access or hidden slots is false.
Common Tactics Used by Scammers
Scammers often:
- Send text messages offering admission slots.
- Share posts on social platforms claiming special links to university staff.
- Request payment to private accounts under the guise of speeding up admission.
- Pressure candidates with false deadlines.
These attempts are crafted to trick candidates who may feel anxious during the admission period.
Staying Safe as an Applicant
Candidates are encouraged to rely only on FUTA’s verified channels and JAMB’s official updates. Any message asking for payment to secure placement should be ignored. If in doubt, candidates can contact the university through its official communication lines for clarity.