The office of the Cross River State Deputy Governor Hon Peter Agbe Odey, says It has come to their attention that some unscrupulous individuals have created a fake Facebook account (Hon Peter Agbe Odey) impersonating the Deputy Governor of Cross River State, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey and attempting to defraud unsuspecting members of the public.
In a statement E-signed by the Press Secretary to the Deputy Governor Fred Abua, Esq and made available to Truth Live News with the title, “Disclaimer on impersonation and fraudulent Facebook account,” warned the public to take notice of the social media fraudsters.
According to the statement, the fraudster using the name ‘Dr. Jacob Agi Isaac’ and Phone No. 09044605770, requesting payments from unsuspecting members of the public.
“The general public is hereby informed that the Deputy Governor is not involved in any employment or scholarship programmes,” Abua said. “Neither is he facilitating other benefits as the impersonators promise.”
In the statement he said: “I wish to categorically and unequivocally dissociate Rt. Hon. Peter Odey and the Office of the Deputy Governor from these malicious activities being carried out by petty criminals.”
He condemn in the strongest possible terms all attempts by these fraudsters attempting to deceive and exploit innocent citizens, not minding the harsh economic realities the country is experiencing at this time.
“The public should take notice that Rt. Hon. Peter Odey and his office have never and will never request payments, no matter how small, through social media platforms nor will he transact any government business through any unofficial channels,” he stated.
He warned that extreme caution and vigilance should be exercised in verifying the authenticity of any communication claiming to be the Deputy Governor or from his Office before taking any action or providing personal information while interacting on social media and other online platforms.
“We value the trust placed in us by the public and will take every necessary step to protect the interests of our citizens and the Office of the Deputy Governor remains committed to serving the people of Cross River State with transparency, integrity, and accountability,” he said.