Man Details CBN and NNPC Recruitment Exams, Reveals Friend Was Selected Over Him
A Nigerian man, Manshak Lawson, has shared his personal experience during recruitment processes at two of Nigeria's top institutions, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited. In a candid revelation on social media, he described how his friend was chosen over him for positions at both organizations, emphasizing the role of academic excellence in the selection.
Recruitment Experiences and Social Media Reactions
Identified as @ManshakLawson on X, the man responded to a tweet discussing job opportunities in top companies without connections. He wrote, "In 2019, I did CBN & NNPC exams, did interview but didn't get any. My friend, a Jos boy, Christian with first class economics from ABU Zaria got the two offers almost the same time on merit. He picked CBN. He went to the training institute & became the best intake of that set." This post quickly garnered attention, with many users sharing their own stories and opinions on recruitment practices in Nigeria.
Reactions varied widely, with some expressing frustration over perceived lack of transparency in hiring processes. For instance, @Ezehsm commented, "CBN is very disappointing. They didn't make their recruitment public." Others highlighted instances of merit-based success, such as @abycolion who noted, "Yes, i had friends and classmates who entered NNPC, NNLG without knowing anyone....Strictly on merit...." However, skepticism also emerged, with @_shebejnr disputing the claim about CBN exams in 2019, stating, "CBN did not do any exam 2019 Oga. Make una no dey give false info." This debate underscores ongoing concerns about fairness and accessibility in job applications within the country.
Broader Context of Nigerian Employment Challenges
The story resonates with broader issues faced by Nigerian youths in the job market, where competition is fierce and connections are often perceived as crucial. In related developments, other Nigerians have turned to entrepreneurship after facing unemployment, such as a lady who resigned from a bank job to become a barber and another who started a carwash business. Additionally, a separate viral story recounted a man landing a job after a chance encounter with a company owner in church, highlighting alternative pathways to employment.
This narrative not only sheds light on individual experiences but also sparks discussions on the need for more transparent and equitable hiring practices in Nigeria's public and private sectors. As debates continue on social media, it remains a poignant reminder of the challenges and successes in the pursuit of career opportunities.
