The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has officially announced the publication of the list containing the names of eligible applicants for its upcoming Basic Military Training Course (BMTC) 45/2025. This crucial update allows thousands of prospective candidates to verify their status ahead of the scheduled aptitude test.
Official Portal Opens for Status Verification
In a public notice issued by the Air Force Headquarters and signed by Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the Director of Public Relations and Information, the NAF confirmed that the list is now live on its official recruitment portal. The notice, dated 9 December 2025, directs all applicants to the dedicated website for verification.
Applicants must visit www.nafrecruitment.airforce.mil.ng to check their eligibility status. The Air Force has strongly cautioned candidates to rely exclusively on this official platform for accurate information, warning against fraudulent links and unauthorized intermediaries who may seek to exploit the recruitment process.
Aptitude Test Details and Candidate Guidelines
The NAF has finalized arrangements for the next phase of the recruitment exercise. The aptitude test for shortlisted candidates is scheduled to hold on Saturday, 13 December 2025.
The test will be conducted simultaneously across 15 designated centres nationwide, with proceedings set to commence at 7:00 a.m. prompt. The Air Force has issued clear instructions to ensure a smooth exercise.
All shortlisted applicants are advised to arrive early at their assigned test centres. They must come prepared with the following compulsory items:
- Their printed acknowledgement slips.
- Required writing materials.
The NAF statement emphasized that failure to present these documents or arriving late at the test venue will result in automatic exclusion from the exercise. Candidates are urged to adhere strictly to all published guidelines to avoid disqualification.
Commitment to Transparency and Merit
Reaffirming the core principles guiding its recruitment, the Nigerian Air Force stated that the ongoing exercise is a key part of its broader strategy to bolster professionalism and enhance operational capacity.
The service restated its dedication to a transparent, credible, and merit-based recruitment process. This approach is designed to select the most qualified young Nigerians to serve in the Air Force with honour and professionalism.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to regularly check the official NAF recruitment portal for any further updates, notices, or changes to instructions as the test date approaches.
