2025 Recruitment: FG Announces Action Immigration, Civil Defence, Other Applicants Must Do Next

2025 Recruitment: FG Announces Action Immigration, Civil Defence, Other Applicants Must Do Next

  • The federal government warned applicants to ignore fake recruitment agents and rely only on official CDCFIB communication channels
  • The CDCFIB said the recruitment process was transparent and free, assuring that no applicant would be asked to pay any fees
  • The Board urged the public to stay vigilant, report suspicious activities, and avoid anyone promising to secure recruitment slots

The federal government has issued a crucial directive to all candidates participating in the ongoing recruitment exercise for the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB), emphasising that the process remains completely free of charge.

In a statement released on Monday, October 20, the Board cautioned applicants to rely solely on official CDCFIB communication channels for updates and avoid engaging with fraudsters who may attempt to exploit job seekers.

2025 Recruitment: FG Announces Action Immigration, Civil Defence, Other Applicants Must Do Next
2025 Recruitment: FG Announces Action Immigration, Civil Defence, Other Applicants Must Do Next
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“The Board remains firmly committed to a transparent, seamless and completely free recruitment process at no financial cost to applicants,” said Okeh Juliet, Head of Press and Public Relations at CDCFIB.

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FG: Recruitment remains transparent and free

The statement reiterated the Board’s commitment to fairness, integrity, and accountability throughout every stage of the recruitment process.

“At no point will any applicant be asked to pay a fee, disclose personal banking information, or make any form of financial contribution to advance in the recruitment,” Juliet stated.

FG vows to protect applicants

The CDCFIB further assured that it will continue to attract the most qualified candidates for Nigeria’s paramilitary services while safeguarding them from scams and fraudulent activities.

“The Board remains steadfast in its mission to attract the best-qualified candidates for the nation’s paramilitary services while protecting applicants from fraudulent practices,” the statement added.

Public urged to stay vigilant

2025 Recruitment: FG Announces Action Immigration, Civil Defence, Other Applicants Must Do Next
2025 Recruitment: FG Announces Action Immigration, Civil Defence, Other Applicants Must Do Next
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All applicants have been urged to remain alert, report suspicious activities, and avoid paying anyone promising to facilitate their recruitment.

“All candidates are therefore encouraged to stay informed, remain vigilant, and report any demand for payment or suspicious activity to the nearest security agency for prompt action,” the CDCFIB advised.

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Civil service recruitment: FG begins shortlisting of candidates

Previously, Legit.ng reported that the federal government started shortlisting candidates for recruitment into the Federal Civil Service, months after the announcement of over 70 job openings across various ministries and agencies.

The Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), Mr Taiwo Hassan, explained that only candidates who submitted complete applications and met the criteria were selected for the Computer-Based Test (CBT).

Source: Legit.ng

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