FCA Ibadan Issues Fraud Alert as Scammers Impersonate Provost on Social Media

The Management of the Federal College of Agriculture, Moor Plantation, Ibadan has sounded a strong warning over the activities of fraudsters impersonating its Provost, Prof. Jonathan J. Atungwu, across social media platforms, particularly Facebook.
In an official disclaimer released by the institution, the College revealed that unidentified individuals are fraudulently using the names “Jonathan Atungwu” and “Atungwu Jonathan Jeremiah” to deceive unsuspecting members of the public. The Management categorically stated that these individuals are impostors and have no connection whatsoever with the Provost or the College.
The institution stressed that any form of communication, financial request, or transaction initiated through these fake identities should be considered fraudulent and ignored. It reiterated that all legitimate communications from the Provost and the College are strictly disseminated through verified and recognized institutional platforms.
The warning, conveyed in a statement endorsed by Wilson Oyekemi Omowumi, Head of the Public Relations Unit, underscored the growing trend of cyber impersonation targeting public officials and academic institutions in Nigeria. He urged staff, students, partners, and the wider public to exercise caution when engaging with individuals online claiming to represent the College.
“The public is strongly advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious contact or activity to the appropriate authorities or directly to the College Management,” the statement noted.
Industry observers say such impersonation schemes often aim to exploit trust for financial gain or sensitive information, making public awareness and institutional transparency critical in curbing the menace.
The College further distanced itself from any dealings carried out by the impostors, warning that it would not be held liable for any losses or damages incurred by individuals who fall victim to the fraudulent actors.
Reaffirming its commitment to integrity and public trust, the College encouraged stakeholders to verify all official information through its authorized communication channels and to support efforts in exposing and reporting online fraud.
Federal College of Agriculture, Ibadan warns the public against fraudsters impersonating Provost Prof. Jonathan Atungwu on social media, urging vigilance and reporting of suspicious activities.
FCA Ibadan issues fraud alert as scammers impersonate Provost Prof. Jonathan Atungwu online. The College urges the public to ignore fake accounts and report suspicious contacts.