The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has officially opened applications for the recruitment of 3,927 officers across its Superintendent, Inspector, and Customs Assistant cadres.
This landmark recruitment drive is part of the agency’s strategic efforts to bolster its workforce, enhance trade facilitation, and support Nigeria’s economic recovery.
The recruitment exercise commenced on Friday, December 27, 2024, and will run for one week, closing on January 2, 2025. Applicants are urged to apply via the official portal: https://recruitment.customs.gov.ng
Transparent and Scam-Free Recruitment Process
The NCS has assured Nigerians that the recruitment process is entirely free and transparent. “Our recruitment process is completely FREE and FAIR. We DO NOT charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. If anyone demands payment, they are scammers,” the NCS declared in a statement.
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Eligibility Requirements
The NCS outlined the following general requirements for all applicants:
- Must be a Nigerian citizen by birth.
- Must have a valid National Identification Number (NIN).
- Must not have any criminal record or be under investigation.
- Must be physically and mentally fit, with proof of medical fitness from a recognised government hospital.
Academic Requirements by Cadre
- Superintendent Cadre
- University degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) from a recognised institution.
- NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate.
- Inspectorate Cadre
- National Diploma (ND) or Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) from an approved institution.
- Customs Assistant Cadre
- O’Level Certificate (WAEC or NECO).
NCS to Play Key Role in 2025 Budget Goals
This recruitment follows a recent announcement during the NCS’s 61st quarterly board meeting in Abuja, where it was disclosed that the agency had secured approval for the new hires. The move aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ambitious 2025 budget, tagged the “Budget of Restoration,” which targets N48 trillion in expenditures and N35 trillion in revenue.
Having already generated over N5 trillion in revenue by November 2024, the NCS is expected to play a critical role in meeting the budget goals. This recruitment drive aims to ensure the Service is adequately staffed to maximise its efficiency and effectiveness.
Beware of Scammers
The NCS has issued a stern warning to applicants to be vigilant against fraudsters seeking to exploit the recruitment exercise. “Do not fall victim to scammers who claim to facilitate the process for a fee. All applications are strictly processed on our official portal,” the Service reiterated.
A Milestone for Revenue Collection Agencies
The NCS recruitment announcement follows a similar move by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), which recently began recruiting officers as part of the government’s broader efforts to strengthen revenue-collecting agencies.
Eligible Nigerians are encouraged to seize this opportunity to contribute to the nation’s economic recovery. Applications are only open for a limited time, so interested individuals are advised to act promptly.
For more information and to apply, visit: https://recruitment.customs.gov.ng
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