The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has officially addressed a viral post circulating on social media that claimed to reveal the list of shortlisted candidates for the final stage of the 2025 recruitment exercise.
According to the Service, the information being shared online did not originate from any verified Customs communication channel, and members of the public are strongly advised to disregard it.
In a statement released through its official recruitment update portal, the Service reaffirmed that all credible updates regarding the ongoing recruitment process are published only via the official platform — https://updates.customs.gov.ng.
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Clarification on the Recruitment Process
The NCS revealed that the 2024/2025 recruitment exercise officially began with an advertisement published on December 27, 2024. A total of over 573,000 applications were received across various cadres — Superintendent, Inspectorate, and Customs Assistant.
Following an extensive document verification process, 286,697 applicants were shortlisted to participate in the first phase of the Computer-Based Test (CBT), conducted nationwide in batches to ensure transparency and fairness.
Only candidates who successfully passed the first phase under the Superintendent Cadre are being considered for the next round of screening, which will be held across the six geopolitical zones of the country.
Next Phase of the Screening Exercise
The upcoming stage of the recruitment will focus solely on the Superintendent Cadre applicants, and each candidate will be invited based on their state of origin and chosen zone.
The Customs Service emphasized that this approach aligns with its commitment to merit-based selection, fairness, and equal representation in accordance with the Federal Character principle.
Applicants are urged to await official notifications via their registered emails and the NCS recruitment portal rather than rely on third-party news sources or unverified social media posts.
NCS Reassures Applicants of Fair Process
The Service reassured Nigerians that it remains committed to conducting a transparent, credible, and corruption-free recruitment process. Every stage of the exercise is designed to reflect professionalism and uphold global best practices.
The NCS also warned applicants against sharing personal details with individuals or groups claiming to have influence over the recruitment process, emphasizing that no form of payment or lobbying is required to secure a position.
How to Get Verified Updates
For authenticity, all applicants should regularly visit the NCS Recruitment Update Portal via:
https://updates.customs.gov.ng
Applicants can also follow verified social media handles and official press releases from the Nigeria Customs Service to avoid falling victim to misinformation or fraud.
Final Note
The Nigeria Customs Service continues to demonstrate its dedication to integrity and transparency in selecting qualified candidates who will serve the nation diligently.
All applicants are advised to stay patient and rely solely on official channels for timely updates on the recruitment shortlist and next stages.
Key Takeaway:
Ignore any social media post claiming to show the shortlisted names — the official shortlist will only be released on the Customs Recruitment Portal once the process reaches that stage.
