Apply Now: CDCFIB Announces New Employment Vacancies in Fire Service, Application Link Emerges

Apply Now: CDCFIB Announces New Employment Vacancies in Fire Service, Application Link Emerges

  • The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) announced new mid-management vacancies in the Federal Fire Service
  • The Board outlined strict eligibility requirements for serving government employees
  • Applicants were directed to submit documents via the official CDCFIB email within one week

FCT, Abuja - The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has announced fresh vacancies into mid-management roles within the Federal Fire Service.

The board called on qualified public sector employees to submit applications within one week of the publication.

The federal government unveils five new employment openings in the Fire Service for Nigerians.
The federal government announces five fresh job vacancies within the Fire Service. Photo credit: @Fedfireng
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The Board released the notice on Monday, December 1, detailing available positions, eligibility criteria and the official application channel.

Mid-level positions now open

According to the CDCFIB, the recruitment drive aims to fill existing gaps in the Federal Fire Service.

The positions advertised include:

  • Deputy Controller of Fire (DCF), CONPASS 14
  • Assistant Controller of Fire, CONPASS 13
  • Chief Superintendent of Fire, CONPASS 12
  • Superintendent of Fire, CONPASS 11
  • Deputy Superintendent of Fire, CONPASS 10

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“These openings provide opportunities for progression within the nation’s fire management architecture.
"Interested candidates must ensure that they apply for only one position, as multiple applications will lead to automatic disqualification," the Board stated.

Board releases application process

Applicants are required to submit their applications and scanned documents via the official Board email: info@cdcfib.gov.ng.

“All applications must be submitted to the Secretary to the Board through the dedicated email within one week of this publication,” the statement emphasised.

Eligibility requirements highlighted

The CDCFIB outlined strict statutory requirements for prospective applicants. According to the Board:

Applicants must already be employees of Federal, State or Local Government ministries, departments or agencies

  • Minimum height: 1.65m for men and 1.60m for women
  • Candidates must be physically and mentally fit
  • Evidence of confirmation of appointment is mandatory
  • Applicants must have a clean criminal record
  • Required documents include:
  • Letter of identification from local government of origin
  • Three years’ APER/PMS reports
  • Certified True Copy (CTC) of record of service
  • Letters of previous appointments

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“These conditions ensure that only suitably qualified and properly documented officers are considered. The integrity of the recruitment process remains a top priority," the Board noted.

Board assures transparency

The CDCFIB added that the recruitment exercise is open to eligible internal and external applicants already serving within government establishments.

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The federal government opens five new recruitment slots in the Fire Service for eligible applicants. Photo credit: @Fedfireng
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“Our goal is to strengthen the Federal Fire Service with competent officers who meet the established standards. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply promptly," the statement added.

The advert was issued from the Board’s headquarters at the Old Federal Secretariat, Area 1, Garki, Abuja.

Next action for Immigration, Fire Service, other applicants announced

Previously, Legit.ng reported that the federal fovernment, through the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB), has issued a fresh directive for candidates shortlisted for the 2025 recruitment exercise.

In a public announcement dated 1st December 2025, the CDCFIB confirmed that the portal for physical screening and document verification, initially scheduled to open on 1st December, has been postponed.

The board stated that the portal will now open “as soon as possible” and urged all shortlisted applicants to regularly check the official recruitment site, recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng, for updates.

Source: Legit.ng

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