BBC’s Undercover Investigation on Immigration Scams: Nigeria’s Role
A BBC investigation highlights fraudulent recruitment agents scamming foreign nationals seeking UK care sector jobs. One major player is Nigerian doctor Dr Kelvin Alaneme, who misled hopefuls with non-existent positions, exploiting gaps in the sponsorship system. Cases like Praise’s underscore the gravity of exploitation under expanded visa schemes.
Dr Alaneme offered illegal job placements, charging candidates for fictitious UK care vacancies, a scam craftily hidden through fake payrolls and sponsorship certificates. BBC’s revelations show a systemic issue within the UK employment visa framework, as exposed in secret filming around Abuja news. The UK Home Office acknowledges the system’s vulnerabilities but action remains limited.
Key Takeaways:
- Fraudulent agents exploit visa expansion by offering false job placements.
- Victims often pay hefty fees for non-existent jobs in the UK care sector.
- Regulatory inaction persists despite BBC’s evidence and exposure.
Read more from the original investigation.
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