The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has disclosed of fraudsters who are have perfected plans to defraud unsuspecting investors in the guise of arranging meetings with key officials of the Company, warning the public to be aware of their plot.
NNPCL in a statement by the Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye said;“The general public is advised to beware of individuals and companies falsely claiming to represent NNPC Limited. Their tactics include soliciting fees for meetings with NNPC board of directors, executives and management staff. These actions are unauthorized and illegal.
"NNPC Limited remains committed to transparency, integrity and the protection of our stakeholders in all interactions.
“Foreign investors and international business entities are especially urged to remain cautious. If approached, report the incident to the appropriate authorities immediately," he stated.
The statement noted that all legitimate engagements with NNPC Limited occur strictly through official channels or business units only, vowing to remain committed to transparency, integrity and the protection of our stakeholders in all interactions.
