The Federal Government has reassured applicants in the ongoing Federal Civil Service recruitment exercise that the next stage, a Computer-Based Test (CBT), will take place soon. Professor Tunji Olaopa, Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), dismissed reports suggesting the examination had been cancelled, describing them as false and misleading.
FCSC Statement on CBT Preparations
The statement was signed by Ibraheem Zakariyya, Head of Press and Public Relations, on behalf of the Commission. According to him, preparations for the CBT are already in place, pending the final provision of required logistics and resources. The Commission urged the public to disregard rumours circulating online about the suspension of the recruitment test, insisting that the exercise remains active and on course.
False Cancellation Claims Dismissed
Officials stressed that the recruitment process has not been abandoned or delayed indefinitely, but is only awaiting administrative and operational readiness. Shortlisted candidates have been encouraged to stay calm and continue monitoring official channels for verified updates regarding the test schedule and further instructions.
Merit-Based Recruitment Emphasized
Professor Olaopa emphasized that all communication regarding the recruitment exercise would be issued strictly through authorized Commission platforms to avoid misinformation. The FCSC reiterated its commitment to a transparent and merit-based recruitment process aimed at strengthening the capacity of the civil service. It assured applicants that no eligible candidate would be left out of due process, adding that the CBT remains a critical stage in the selection procedure.
Additional Benefits for Civil Servants
Earlier, President Bola Tinubu approved five fresh benefits for civil servants to boost morale and increase take-home pay while working and retiring. The announcement was made on Friday, April 24, 2026, by the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Walson-Jack, during a press briefing in Abuja.
