Nigeria Customs Service Issues Urgent Warning Over Fake Recruitment Notice
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has released an important public notice, strongly cautioning job applicants and the general public against a misleading recruitment graphic that has been circulating widely on various social media platforms. In an official statement issued from the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, the Service described the viral notice as "photoshopped and false", emphasizing that it does not originate from the Nigeria Customs Service and should be completely disregarded by all job seekers.
Fake Recruitment Graphic Declared Misleading and Unauthorized
According to detailed information provided by the NCS, the fraudulent graphic falsely claims to provide updates regarding the ongoing 2025 recruitment exercise. This deceptive notice includes fabricated details about screening schedules and cadre-specific instructions, which the Service has confirmed are entirely inaccurate. "The Nigeria Customs Service has noted the circulation of a photoshopped and misleading graphic on social media regarding the ongoing recruitment exercise," the official statement read. "The Service wishes to categorically inform the general public that the information contained in the said graphic is false and should be disregarded."
Applicants Strongly Advised to Rely on Official Communication Channels
The Nigeria Customs Service has advised all applicants to depend exclusively on verified and official communication channels for any information related to recruitment activities. The Service stressed that authentic updates will always be communicated through its legitimate platforms, and any other sources should be treated with suspicion. "For accurate and verified information about the activities of the Nigeria Customs Service, members of the public are advised to follow only our official social media pages," the statement further clarified.
Verified Official Platforms Listed for Public Reference
To assist the public in distinguishing between genuine and fraudulent information, the NCS has provided a comprehensive list of its verified official platforms where authentic updates are published. These platforms include:
- Facebook: Nigeria Customs Service
- X (formerly Twitter): @customsng
- Instagram: @customsng
- YouTube: Nigeria Customs Service
- LinkedIn: Nigeria Customs Service
- TikTok: @customsng
Heightened Caution Against Misinformation and Potential Scams
The Service has also issued a stern warning to applicants to remain extremely vigilant, noting that fake recruitment notices are frequently utilized by fraudsters to deceive unsuspecting Nigerian citizens. The NCS reiterated that the Nigeria Customs Service does not conduct recruitment through unofficial links, social media forwards, or unverified graphics. Applicants are encouraged to report any suspicious information they encounter to the appropriate authorities.
Furthermore, the NCS reassured Nigerians of its unwavering commitment to transparency and due process in all recruitment exercises. The Service emphasized that spreading misinformation could seriously mislead applicants and potentially expose them to various scams, thereby undermining the integrity of the recruitment process.
Similar Warning Issued by CDCFIB Regarding Recruitment Exercise
This development follows a similar public notice recently issued by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB), which also warned applicants to disregard a circulating document claiming to announce the next stage of its 2025 recruitment exercise. In its statement, CDCFIB clarified that the memo inviting shortlisted candidates for physical screening and document verification is completely fake and did not originate from the Board. CDCFIB stressed that all genuine recruitment updates are published exclusively on its official recruitment portal and verified communication platforms.
