Sokoto Scholarship Board Warns Against Fake Screening Messages

Sokoto State Scholarship Board has warned students, parents and the public to ignore fake messages claiming that a scholarship screening exercise is ongoing.

What the Warning Covers

The alert concerns messages about local and international scholarship screening that are being circulated through unofficial channels.

Messages to Treat as Suspicious

• SMS messages claiming there is an ongoing scholarship screening.
• WhatsApp messages from unknown or unofficial numbers.
• Facebook posts or private messages that do not come from official board sources.
• Phone calls asking students to appear for screening or pay money.

How Students Should Verify Scholarship Information

• Confirm announcements only through official Scholarship Board officers.
• Do not pay anyone for screening that has not been officially announced.
• Do not send personal documents to unknown contacts.
• Ask your school or recognised student-affairs office if you are unsure.

What to Do If You Receive a Fake Message

1. Do not reply with personal details.
2. Do not send money.
3. Save a screenshot of the message.
4. Report it to the appropriate school or scholarship office for verification.

Students should wait for official Scholarship Board communication before attending any screening or submitting documents.