NRS Warns Nigerians As Fake FIRS Job Recruitment Notice Goes Viral

The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has warned job seekers and members of the public against a fraudulent recruitment notice circulating online in the name of the defunct Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS).

The warning was issued by the NRS on Monday through its official X account, following the circulation of a notice titled “Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) Job Vacancy, Replacement” across social media and other online platforms.

According to the agency, the fraudulent notice claims to offer employment opportunities and directs interested applicants to submit their personal information through an email address provided by the perpetrators.

The NRS stated categorically that the recruitment notice did not originate from the agency and urged Nigerians to disregard it.

The Service also clarified that the FIRS has been replaced by the Nigeria Revenue Service, warning that any recruitment announcement issued in the name of FIRS should be treated with caution and independently verified.

“For the avoidance of doubt, the NRS has not authorized or commenced the recruitment exercise referenced in the notice and has not appointed or authorized any individual, agent, consultant or third party to conduct any recruitment exercise on its behalf,” the agency stated.

According to Bush Radio Academy, the NRS further advised job seekers to exercise caution when responding to online recruitment messages, advertisements or links, particularly those requesting sensitive personal information.

The agency stressed that any genuine recruitment exercise would be announced through its official website and other authorised communication channels.

The NRS therefore urged Nigerians to verify recruitment information through its official platforms before submitting applications, sharing personal details or taking any further action.