Statement for Publication

I am bringing to public attention the activities of an individual, OYEWUNMI OLUWAFEMI AZEEZ who has been engaging in fraudulent dealings under the guise of assisting National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members with direct posting, relocation, and Primary Place of Assignment (PPA) placement. I had previously worked with this person on several occasions, and during those times, he appeared reliable and delivered on the agreed services. Unfortunately, my most recent experience has revealed his true intentions.

In this latest transaction, the individual collected money with the promise of facilitating NYSC-related services(PPA) but failed to fulfill his part of the agreement. Instead, he chose to disappear with the funds. You were given a work to complete and since it didn’t work, ain’t you supposed to refund? It has since come to my knowledge that I am not the only victim; he has begun using the same fraudulent tactics on other unsuspecting people. This pattern of behavior clearly shows that his aim is to exploit and take advantage of those in need of such services.

What makes this more troubling is the betrayal of trust. Having worked with him successfully in the past, I believed he was dependable. However, this latest incident proves that he has returned to fraudulent practices , a “mask” he had concealed for some time. Many young Nigerians seeking NYSC assistance could easily fall victim to his deceit if his actions are not brought to light.

I am therefore calling on the public, relevant authorities, and fellow corps members to be cautious and to avoid engaging with him. It is important that such fraudulent individuals are exposed and held accountable so that others will not suffer the same financial and emotional loss. By publishing this, I hope to warn the public and prevent more people from becoming victims of his deceitful practices.

Below are my Four suggested way forwards for the authorities in charge. 

 1. Invite the suspect for formal questioning (with written notice)

Issue an official invitation to the suspect to appear at a designated police station or NYSC office for questioning. The notice should specify date/time, the allegations, and request that he brings all relevant records (transaction receipts, WhatsApp/chat logs, bank transfer proofs, ID). This creates a formal paper trail and gives the suspect an opportunity to respond.

2. Open a formal investigation and collect documentary evidence

Register a criminal complaint and assign investigators to gather evidence: transaction histories, bank records, phone numbers, witness statements, and copies of past contracts or agreements. Where necessary, issue subpoenas to financial institutions or telecoms to trace funds and communication

3. Temporarily freeze suspect’s assets/accounts (where justified) & preserve digital evidence

If investigators find prima facie evidence of fraud, apply to relevant authorities or banks to temporarily freeze accounts connected to the scheme and obtain preservation orders for digital evidence (social media accounts, email, cloud backups). This helps prevent dissipation of funds while the case proceeds.

4. Issue a public advisory and liaise with NYSC & regulatory bodies

Publish a neutral public advisory warning potential victims without naming unproven allegations (or name if legally cleared) and request victims to come forward. Coordinate with NYSC, local unions, and consumer protection agencies to cross-check whether the suspect has official authorization and to prevent further victimization. If proven guilty, should be sent to appear in the court of Law and pay damages as requested by the complainant. 

Cc: Minister of Youths, 

NYSC Director- General

NYSC State Coordinator (Oyo State) 

Commissioner of Police, Oyo State