Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire & Immigration Job Recruitment 2025

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has opened its portal for full-time job applications across four paramilitary bodies: the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Nigerian Correctional Service (NCOS), Federal Fire Service (FFS) and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC).

If you've ever considered a job in national security or public safety, now's your chance. This round of recruitment covers entry-level roles through to top professional positions. But here's the thing — you can only apply to one agency. Double entries? You're out.

Positions Available Across Three Main Cadres

Superintendent Cadre (Category A)

1. Superintendent of Corrections (Medical Doctors) – For NCOS only

• Degree in Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) required.
• Grade: CONMESS 02.

2. Assistant Superintendent I – For FFS only

• Requires a degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Water) or Law (LL.B or LLM).
• Grade: CONPASS 09.

3. Assistant Superintendent II – Available in NIS, FFS, NSCDC

• Bachelor's Degree or Higher National Diploma from a recognised school.
• Grade: CONPASS 08.

Inspectorate Cadre (Category B)

1. Inspector – For NCOS, FFS, NSCDC

• Must be a registered Nurse, Midwife or both.
• Grade: CONHESS 06.

2. Assistant Inspector

• Must have an NCE or National Diploma from a recognised institution.
• Grade: CONPASS 06.

Assistant Cadre (Category C)

1. Assistant II – General Duty

• GCE O'Level, SSCE, NECO or equivalent with at least five credits (including Maths and English) in no more than two sittings.
• Or Trade Test Grade II in fields like auto mechanics or electrical.
• Grade: CONPASS 04.

2. Assistant III – Drivers, Operators, Artisans

• Same as above but requires four credits or Trade Test Grade III.
• Grade: CONPASS 03.

What You Need to Qualify

Before applying, make sure you meet these basic rules:

• You must be Nigerian by birth.
• You need to have the correct qualifications. Any certificate not shown during the recruitment won't be accepted later.
• You must be physically and mentally sound, with proof from a government hospital.
• You should be of good behaviour, with no criminal record or past involvement in cults, drugs or fraud.
• Age must be between 18 and 35.
• Height: at least 1.65m for men and 1.60m for women.
• Men must have a chest measurement of at least 0.87m.
• Knowing how to use a computer will help your chances.

How to Apply

The online application starts on 14th July 2025.

Click the link to apply: CDCFIB Recruitment Portal

Please Note:

• Applications are free. No fees needed.
• You can only apply to one of the four services. Applying to more will get you disqualified.

No closing date has been announced yet, but don't sit on it. These roles fill up fast.

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