The Corporate Affairs Commission has issued a fresh alert cautioning Nigerians to steer clear of about 15 unregistered entities operating across the country with falsified registration details.
In a notice released on X, the Commission stressed that members of the public must be vigilant when engaging with organisations or individuals presenting suspicious corporate identities.
According to the CAC, although it routinely publishes compliance advisories, this specific warning became necessary following a rise in public complaints about dubious companies carrying fake RC and BN numbers. The Commission listed the affected entities, including Famas Services Nigeria Limited – RC 216312, Promo Dutch Investment Limited – RC 396654, Dialack Concept Nig. Ltd – RC 297772, Purpleheart Construction and Real Estate Mgt. Co. Ltd – RC 1210548, M/S Loktu Enterprises – BN 373466, Loktu Enterprises – BN 400390, Badatoyak Ltd – RC 521322, Johnson Nats Limited – RC 198492, Peoples Club Nigeria International – CAC/IT/41191, Jiba Enterprise – BN 577523, Civil Engineering Solutions Nigeria Limited – RC 33001, Gabdoff Hotel Ltd – RC 112409, Amoka Group – BN 545221, BEEC Nigeria Limited – RC 30143, and S. Adetunji – BN 657466.
The Commission emphasized that Nigerians must take proactive steps before engaging in any transaction, especially those involving significant financial commitments. It advised the public to cross-check company names and registration numbers through the CAC’s online verification portal, request incorporation documents when necessary, and avoid making payments to unverifiable entities.
The CAC added that any organisation suspected of using fraudulent corporate information should be reported immediately to the Commission or to relevant security authorities for further investigation. It reiterated its commitment to safeguarding the business environment and ensuring that only duly registered entities operate legally within the country.
What you should know
The Corporate Affairs Commission has raised an alarm over 15 entities operating with fake registration details, urging Nigerians to verify all business identities before engaging in transactions.
This warning follows increased reports of fraudulent companies exploiting unsuspecting individuals and organisations. The CAC insists on using its verification portal, demanding incorporation documents for sensitive dealings, and avoiding payments to entities that cannot be confirmed as legitimate.
The alert highlights the Commission’s ongoing efforts to clean up Nigeria’s business space, protect the public from scams, and ensure that only properly registered companies operate within the legal framework.
