The online recruitment portal of the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has reopened, following a suspension of the process due to technical issues. The board verified in a statement released on Monday that the portal was now fully functional and available to applicants across the country.
It claimed that the system needed to be temporarily shut down in order to increase its capacity and enhance its ability to manage the excessive volume of applications.
“We sincerely apologise for the interruption in the application submission process. Due to the high volume of applications, it was necessary to enhance the system to ensure it can accommodate all applicants, thereby facilitating a seamless, transparent, and equitable recruitment process,” the statement said.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), the Nigerian Correctional Service, the Federal Fire Service, and the Nigeria Immigration Service are the four paramilitary organizations that are part of the recruitment process and are overseen by the board. It was suggested that applicants who had already started the process go back to the portal and finish their applications.
The CDCFIB emphasized that beginning Monday, July 21, 2025, all applicants must log in through the official website: https://recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng. The board also received complaints from some applicants who couldn’t complete their applications because the portal didn’t list their local government areas.
“While some candidates are unable to proceed with applications resulting from missing or unlisted local government areas, CDCFIB assures that immediate action is currently being taken to rectify and make fresh inclusions into the portal for them,” the statement read. The board also conveyed gratitude for young Nigerians’ interest in joining the paramilitary forces to serve their nation.
“We appreciate the enthusiasm and interest of young Nigerians to serve their country through these vital agencies and are committed to ensuring a fair and transparent recruitment process.”
Candidates are urged to finish their applications as soon as possible and keep an eye on the portal for any updates.
