The Imo State Government has issued a strong warning to the public, particularly applicants in the ongoing teacher recruitment exercise, to ignore unauthorized lists circulating on social media. The clarification comes from the Office of the Commissioner for Primary and Secondary Schools, Bernard Thompson Ikegwuoha.
In a press statement personally signed by Ikegwuoha, he explained that the Ministry became aware of a fraudulent list being shared online by individuals who are intent on causing confusion and discrediting the recruitment process. He stressed that this list is neither authentic nor approved by the Ministry.
Ikegwuoha noted that the circulation of such bogus information is the work of mischief makers trying to politicize the situation and stir up unnecessary tension among applicants. He strongly advised everyone to disregard the fake document completely.
The Commissioner further warned that no applicant should make any payment to any person or group claiming to facilitate recruitment, as the Ministry does not charge fees for its hiring processes. He reiterated the government’s commitment to transparency and urged the public to await official communication from the Ministry for genuine updates.