Venite University Fraud Alert: Beware of Fake Admission Form Sellers and Fee Collectors

Venite University, Iloro-Ekiti has issued an urgent public warning about fraudsters targeting prospective students and their families. Scammers are falsely claiming to represent the university and collecting money for admission forms and school fees.

Fraudulent Activities Identified

The university has identified scammers engaged in:

• Falsely claiming to represent Venite University
• Selling fake admission forms
• Collecting school fees through personal bank accounts
• Making false promises of admission guarantees

Official Admission Process ONLY

All legitimate Venite University admissions and payments occur EXCLUSIVELY through:

Official Websites

• Main Website: www.veniteuniversity.edu.ng
• Campus Portal: ecampus.veniteuniversity.edu.ng

Official Contact Channels

• Phone: 09167032000, 09167043000, 07047437000
• Social Media: @veniteuniversity (Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, TikTok)
• Physical Location: Kilometre 2, Ayetoro Road, Iloro-Ekiti

Red Flags for Admission Fraud

Be suspicious if someone:

• Requests payment to personal bank accounts
• Offers guaranteed admission for a fee
• Sells admission forms outside official channels
• Claims to be a university representative without official ID
• Pressures you to pay immediately without verification
• Cannot provide official university email or office location

How to Protect Yourself

1. Verify Everything: Contact the university directly using official phone numbers before making any payment
2. Use Official Channels Only: Apply and pay only through official university websites
3. Check Bank Accounts: Official university payments go to institutional accounts, never personal accounts
4. Get Receipts: Official transactions generate proper receipts and documentation
5. Visit Campus: When in doubt, visit the university admissions office in person

University's Warning

Venite University has made it clear that:

• They will NOT be responsible for money paid to unauthorized persons
• Fraudsters will be reported to law enforcement agencies
• Only payments through official channels are valid
• The university does not use agents or representatives for admission sales

If You've Been Scammed

If you've already paid money to suspected fraudsters:

1. Contact Venite University immediately at the official phone numbers
2. Report the fraud to the police
3. Provide all details: bank account, phone number, messages from scammer
4. Do not make additional payments
5. Apply properly through official channels

How to Apply Legitimately

To genuinely apply for Venite University admission:

1. Visit www.veniteuniversity.edu.ng or ecampus.veniteuniversity.edu.ng
2. Complete the online application form
3. Pay application fees through the official portal only
4. Receive official confirmation from the university

Don't fall victim to admission scammers. Always verify through official Venite University channels before making any payments!

Source: Venite University official public warning