The Police Service Commission (PSC) has officially dismissed reports of a purported police recruitment shortlist circulating online, describing the document as false and misleading. The clarification comes amid growing confusion on social media over claims that a list of successful candidates for medical screening in the ongoing Nigeria Police recruitment exercise had been released.
PSC denies release of shortlist
The Commission stated that no official shortlist for medical examinations has been published, stressing that the evaluation of candidates who sat for the written test is still in progress. It urged applicants and members of the public to disregard the viral document and avoid engaging with fraudsters exploiting the recruitment process.
According to the PSC, genuine updates will only be communicated through authorised channels once the assessment stage is concluded. The Commission explained that successful candidates will be contacted directly through verified platforms, including email messages, SMS notifications, and the official recruitment portal. It emphasised that no third party or unofficial website has the authority to release recruitment outcomes on behalf of the PSC or the Nigeria Police Force.
Recruitment remains free and transparent
Reiterating its commitment to fairness, the PSC assured applicants that the process is merit-based and strictly transparent. “The exercise is completely free of charge and no payment is required at any stage,” the Commission stated, warning that anyone requesting money for recruitment assistance should be treated as a fraudster. The Commission advised applicants to remain patient as screening and evaluation continue, noting that only successful candidates will be contacted in due course through official communication channels.
