• Over 573,000 Nigerians applied for limited Customs jobs
• Only 286,697 cleared for the computer-based test (CBT)
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• Recruitment exam begins September 14, strictly merit-driven
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced that 286,697 applicants have been shortlisted for the next phase of its ongoing recruitment exercise out of 573,523 applications received.
In a statement on Wednesday, NCS Public Relations Officer, Mr Abdullahi Maiwada, said the recruitment drive, first advertised on December 27, 2024, covers 3,927 vacancies across the superintendent, inspectorate, and customs assistant cadres.
CBT Recruitment Exam Scheduled for September 14.
According to Maiwada, the computer-based test (CBT) will be held online from September 14 to 21, 2025. He explained that the exam is designed to guarantee fairness and accessibility, with candidates able to participate from any location with internet access.
However, the NCS stressed that the exam must be taken using a laptop or desktop with a webcam, as mobile phones will not be supported. A facial verification process will be conducted, and candidates are warned to maintain neat appearances and avoid distractions during the test to prevent disqualification.
Customs Assures Transparency and Merit
The PRO added that candidates in the superintendent cadre (Level 8) will undergo an additional CBT in the subsequent phase. He assured that the recruitment remains merit-based and transparent, urging applicants to rely only on official Customs communication channels for updates.
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Maiwada further warned against fake recruitment notices on social media and confirmed that no payment is required at any stage of the process.
“The Nigeria Customs Service assures all stakeholders that the ongoing recruitment process remains strictly merit-driven and transparent,” Maiwada emphasised.
