The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has disowned a press release circulating on social media and other messaging platforms, announcing the shortlist for a Computer-Based Test (CBT) scheduled to take place in July, 2025 as part of the ongoing recruitment exercise for the service.
Abdullahi Maiwada, Assistant Comptroller of Customs, National Public Relations Officer of NCS said this in a statement released on Sunday.
He described the press release as fraudulent, misleading while warning that it did not emanate from the Nigeria Customs Service.
“At no time did the Service issue any such announcement regarding a CBT slated to take place in July 2025”
“Upon close scrutiny, it is clear that the fake statement contains several discrepancies, particularly in its formatting. The e-signature format differs from our official standard and the recruitment timeline mentioned shows a faulty structure that is not connected to any legitimate process.
“The Nigeria Customs Service understands the interest of many Nigerians in its ongoing recruitment process and urges the public not to engage with, share, or act upon such unverified content. Authentic information about NCS activities, including its ongoing recruitment exercises, will be published only on our official website, verified social media platforms, and recognised national newspapers.
He added that the Service is taking steps to trace the origin of the false information and will take appropriate action to hold those responsible accountable.
Maiwada also said that when the Service is set to begin the next phase of the recruitment process, the public will be duly notified through appropriate channels.
“The NCS deeply appreciates the vigilance of concerned Nigerians. We reaffirm our commitment to protecting the public from misinformation, ensuring all our processes uphold the highest standards of transparency and integrity” the Customs spokesperson concluded.
Source; PM News.
