…See application process below
The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has reopened its online recruitment portal today, Monday, July 21, 2025, following a brief suspension last week due to technical glitches.
In a recruitment update released early Monday, the board advised applicants who had already begun their applications to return to the portal to retrieve and complete their submissions once the system goes live again.
“Kindly be informed that applicants who have successfully initiated their applications are advised to retrieve their applications and complete their applications they have initiated,” the statement read.
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CDCFIB attributed the temporary suspension to the high volume of applications received, which required urgent system upgrades to ensure the portal could accommodate all users.
“We sincerely apologise for the interruption in the application submission process,” the board said. “Due to the high volume of applications, it was necessary to enhance the system to ensure it can accommodate all applicants, thereby facilitating a seamless, transparent, and equitable recruitment process.”
How to apply for the recruitment exercise
Eligibility: Nigerian by birth, 18–35 years, minimum height of 1.65m (male) or 1.60m (female), physically and mentally fit, with no criminal record.
Required documents: Birth certificate, NIN slip, indigene letter, and school certificates
Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to apply:
Visit: https://recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng
1. Select your service and qualifications
Choose the paramilitary service you’re applying for.
Select your highest educational qualification.
Browse available job openings.
Proceed to fill out the application form.
2. Provide identification details
Enter your valid National Identification Number (NIN).
Input your phone number for verification and contact purposes.
3. Fill in personal information and upload documents
Input your personal details accurately.
Upload necessary documents (JPEG/PNG, max 100KB per file), including:
Birth certificate
NIN slip
Indigene letter
School certificates
4. Add Educational Background
Fill in your academic history.
Upload all relevant certificates (JPEG/PNG, max 100KB per file).
5. Review and submit
Carefully preview your application.
Submit before the deadline: August 4th, 2025.
Print your application slip or check your email for a copy.
