The Yobe State Government has issued a public advisory cautioning residents over the activities of S. Mahi Global Service Ltd (RC: 8681627), citing concerns bordering on public safety, digital awareness and the risk of cyber-enabled fraud.
The advisory, issued by Abdulmuminu Malam Kolo, Yobe State Focal Person on Cyber and Information Technology, follows what it described as multiple complaints, intelligence reports and ongoing legal matters involving the company and its principal officers.
In the statement, members of the public were urged to exercise due diligence and verify all claims before engaging with the company or its representatives, particularly on issues relating to employment opportunities, overseas job placement, financial commitments and online transactions.
According to the advisory, the concerns raised include allegations of misrepresentation, unlawful labour recruitment practices and potential conflicts of interest.
The office raised questions over the alleged use of the academic title “Dr.” by the company’s Chief Executive Officer, Saeed Abdulmalik, noting that the qualification attached to the title could not be independently verified.
It also cited complaints from Yobe-based artisans who reportedly registered with the company after being promised overseas employment opportunities without evidence of proper authorisation, documentation or compliance with relevant labour regulations. The advisory warned that such practices could expose unsuspecting citizens to labour trafficking and financial exploitation risks.
The statement further alleged that the company falsely claimed that a philanthropist, Barrister Kashim Musa Tumsah, was sponsoring the training of 1,000 artisans through the firm, a claim which was later publicly denied by Tumsah.
On legal matters, the advisory noted that records indicate the company’s CEO had previously faced conviction in a fraud-related case and is reportedly involved in an ongoing investigation at the Police Area Command in Damaturu over alleged financial dealings with a private individual. The office stressed that these matters are still subject to legal processes.
The advisory also raised concerns about a potential conflict of interest, alleging that a serving police officer, Inspector Jibril Oshe of SID Damaturu, is listed as Director of Operations of the company, a situation which, if confirmed, may contravene existing service regulations. The officer was also named in an earlier allegation of collusion in a pending fraud case, according to the statement.
The Cyber and Information Technology office clarified that the advisory was not intended to prejudice ongoing investigations or court proceedings but to protect the public and promote informed decision-making amid rising cases of online scams and digital deception.
Residents were advised to independently verify job offers, confirm international recruitment claims with appropriate government authorities and avoid making payments or sharing personal information without proper validation.
The office urged the public to report any suspicious activities to law enforcement agencies and relevant regulatory bodies.
The Yobe State Government reaffirmed its commitment to protecting citizens from cybercrime, fraud and digital exploitation, assuring that further updates would be provided as developments are verified.
