The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has released an urgent public notice alerting Nigerian citizens to the proliferation of deceptive recruitment websites that are falsely advertising applications for the 2026 recruitment exercise. The agency has clarified that the only legitimate and authorized body managing this ongoing recruitment process is the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB).
Official Statement from NIS on Recruitment Process
In a statement disseminated through its official social media channels, the Nigeria Immigration Service emphasized that numerous fake websites are circulating online, purporting to conduct recruitment into the service. These fraudulent platforms are designed to mislead unsuspecting applicants who are seeking employment opportunities with the federal agency.
The NIS statement explicitly warned: "The attention of the general public is drawn to the circulation of fake websites purporting to conduct recruitment into the Nigeria Immigration Service. Applicants are advised that the only ongoing recruitment exercise is being conducted by the CDCFIB."
Authorized Portal for Recruitment Applications
Prospective applicants are strongly advised to utilize only the official CDCFIB recruitment portal for all application processes and information gathering. The Nigeria Immigration Service has confirmed that any other recruitment portal, link, or advertisement circulating outside this official channel is completely unauthorized and should be disregarded by the public.
The agency has identified that several of these fake portals are requesting personal information or even demanding payments from applicants, which constitutes clear fraudulent activity. Job seekers are urged to exercise extreme caution and verify all recruitment information through official sources only.
Growing Concerns About Recruitment Fraud in Nigeria
This warning comes amid increasing concerns about fraudulent recruitment activities targeting job seekers across Nigeria, particularly those seeking positions within government agencies. The Nigeria Immigration Service has called on members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious websites or recruitment advertisements to the appropriate authorities.
The service emphasized that falling victim to these scams could result in financial loss, identity theft, and disappointment for genuine applicants who are seeking legitimate employment opportunities with the federal government.
Previous Recruitment Warnings from CDCFIB
This is not the first time the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board has issued warnings about fraudulent recruitment activities. Previously, the Board had to clarify misinformation circulating about its 2025 recruitment exercise, where fake documents were being shared claiming to announce the next stages of the process.
The Board had previously stated that it does not communicate recruitment decisions through unofficial emails, social media forwards, or third-party websites. All official communications regarding recruitment exercises are channeled through authorized platforms and verified government channels.
The Nigeria Immigration Service's public notice serves as a crucial reminder for all job seekers to verify the authenticity of recruitment portals before submitting any personal information or payments. With unemployment remaining a significant challenge in Nigeria, fraudulent actors continue to exploit the desperation of job seekers through sophisticated online scams.
