CDCFIB and NYCN Team Up to Ensure Fair, Transparent Recruitment

The Secretary to the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board, Maj Gen A M Jibrin (Rtd), on Monday, 25th May 2026, engaged members of the National Youth Council of Nigeria in a one-day stakeholders’ engagement aimed at sensitizing Nigerian youths on the recruitment processes into the four services under the Board’s supervision.

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The engagement, which forms part of the present administration’s policy on transparency, inclusiveness, and youth participation, provided an avenue for meaningful interaction between the Board and youth representatives across the country.

Speaking during the session, the Secretary to the Board emphasized the commitment of the Board to ensuring a credible, transparent, and merit-based recruitment process into the:

• Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps
• Nigerian Correctional Service
• Federal Fire Service
• Nigeria Immigration Service

He noted that the sensitization programme was designed to educate Nigerian youths on the official recruitment procedures, application requirements, and the importance of avoiding fraudulent activities and misinformation during recruitment exercises.

The programme featured an interactive session where participants asked questions and received clarifications on issues relating to recruitment processes, eligibility criteria, transparency mechanisms, and equal opportunities for all qualified Nigerians.

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Members of the National Youth Council of Nigeria commended the Board for the initiative and expressed appreciation for the opportunity to engage directly with the management of the board.

The Board reaffirmed its dedication to sustaining stakeholder engagement and strengthening public trust through openness and accountability in all its activities.