The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has issued a public statement refuting claims of a circulating recruitment shortlist, labelling it as fraudulent and misleading. The announcement, signed by Assistant Comptroller of Customs Abdullahi Maiwada, National Public Relations Officer, clarifies that no such recruitment exercise is currently underway.
The NCS revealed that the false information has been disseminated via social media and other messaging platforms, falsely asserting that a Computer-Based Test (CBT) is scheduled to take place on 20 July 2025 as part of an ongoing recruitment process. The service has categorically stated that this claim is baseless and did not emanate from the Nigeria Customs Service. At no time in July 2025 has the service issued any such announcement regarding a CBT slated to occur.
Upon close scrutiny, it is clear that the fake statement contains several discrepancies, particularly in its formatting. The e-signature format differs from our official standard, and the recruitment timeline mentioned shows a fallacy structure that is not connected to any legitimate process.
The Nigeria Customs Service understands the interest of many Nigerians in its ongoing recruitment process and urges the public not to engage with, share, or act upon such unverified content. Authentic information about NCS activities, including recruitment exercises, will be published only on our official website, verified social media platforms, and recognised national newspapers.
The service is taking steps to trace the origin of this false information and will take appropriate action to hold those responsible accountable. When the next phase of the recruitment process begins, the public will be duly notified through appropriate channels.
The NCS deeply appreciates the vigilance of concerned Nigerians. We reaffirm our commitment to protecting the public from misinformation, ensuring all our processes uphold the highest standards of transparency and integrity.
