Government Suspends Paramilitary Recruitment Over Tech Issues, Reopening Slated for July 21

The hiring site has been temporarily suspended by the Civil Defense, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB).

The webpage focuses on hiring for paramilitary organizations, including the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS), Nigeria Fire Service (NFS), Nigeria Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), and Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS).

Only two days after the portal was made available for applications to be recruited by the four parastatals, it was suspended.

The suspension is part of an effort to maximize the effectiveness of the CDCFIB’s system, according to a statement released on Wednesday by AM Jubril, secretary to the board.

He also mentioned that Monday, July 21 is when the gateway will be accessible once more.

In addition to ensuring a seamless, open, and equitable hiring process, the statement states that this development will make sure the site can handle the large number of applications.

“We value the passion and desire of young Nigerians to serve their nation through these essential organizations, and we are dedicated to making sure that the hiring process is impartial and open.”

Since the application portal opened on July 14, the board has issued three service announcements.

After many complained that they couldn’t access the website, it first said that “a new few updates is set to be added for your easy navigation, optimal performance and complete field entries.”

In an attempt to submit an application, several Nigerians have utilized social media to share their experiences.

I keep getting this Error 405, which takes me back to the home page after I enter my phone number and NIN, and I have to start over from 3:30 am. What might be going on? Someone from X inquired.

A few prospective candidates also expressed dissatisfaction over their inability to use the portal since it opened.