The Office of the President has sounded the alarm over a fraudulent scheme in which con artists are soliciting money from members of the public while falsely claiming they can influence appointments as Resident District Commissioners (RDCs) and their deputies.
In an official notice delivered by Minister for the Presidency Milly Babalanda, the Office said it had received credible reports of individuals masquerading as intermediaries capable of securing appointments as Resident District Commissioners, Deputy Resident District Commissioners and Assistant Resident District Commissioners.
The Office firmly dismissed the claims as baseless and malicious, warning that they are intended to defraud unsuspecting citizens and undermine the integrity of the institution.
“The public is hereby notified that these claims are false,” the notice states. “Appointments are made strictly in accordance with established government procedures, and any official communication is disseminated through authorised channels.”
The statement emphasised that public appointments are not subject to monetary influence and cautioned against paying any individual promising placement in government positions.
Citizens were urged to exercise vigilance, disregard such approaches and promptly report suspected fraudsters to the nearest police station.
The warning comes amid growing concern over impersonation and employment-related scams targeting individuals seeking opportunities in public service, as authorities intensify efforts to protect the public from financial exploitation.
