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NAHCON warns public against fake social media pages

Updated 08:16 WAT, · first published 7 Nov 2026, 15:36 WAT · 3 outlets reporting

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The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) warned the public against unauthorised social media accounts. Shafii Sani Mohammed, the Head of Information and Publications, signed a public disclaimer stating the commission does not own or authorise these pages. The commission said these accounts use its name, logo and institutional identity to circulate misleading information. Leadership reported that NAHCON raised the alarm over the existence of these fake handles.

What we know

  • NAHCON issued a public disclaimer against fake social media accounts.
  • The accounts use the commission's name, logo and identity.
  • Shafii Sani Mohammed signed the disclaimer.
  • The commission said it does not authorise these pages.
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Sources

  1. NAHCON Raises Alarm Over Fake Social Media Accounts, Warns Public Against Misinformation – Leadership,
  2. NAHCON warns Nigerians against fake social media accounts – Nigerian Tribune,
  3. NAHCON warns public against fake social media accounts – Daily Post,

Updates

  • – Story published - 3 outlets

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