Quick Answer: The CDCFIB recruitment portal reopens from 28 October to 13 November 2026. Candidates who reached the oral interview stage can check their recruitment status and proceed with the mandatory NDLEA drug test, which is free. The Board has also approved the promotion of 27,624 personnel across NCoS, NIS, FFS and NSCDC.
Table of Contents
- Portal Reopening Dates
- Mandatory NDLEA Drug Test
- Promotion of 27,624 Personnel
- Other Decisions by the Board
- Warning Against Payments
- Frequently Asked Questions
CDCFIB Recruitment Portal Reopens: Key Dates
The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has announced that the portal for the ongoing Federal Government recruitment of 30,150 personnel will reopen from 28 October to 13 November 2026.
The announcement was made by the Secretary to the Board, Major General Abdulmalik Jibril (Rtd), while briefing journalists after the Board's 01-26 meeting at the Board Secretariat, Old Federal Secretariat, Area 1, Abuja. He spoke on behalf of the Board Chairman, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
- Portal reopens: 28 October 2026
- Portal closes: 13 November 2026
- Agencies covered: Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), Federal Fire Service (FFS), and Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)
- Official portal: recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng
Candidates who had reached the oral interview stage will be able to check their recruitment status and proceed with the mandatory drug test. The press release does not announce a fresh application window.
Mandatory NDLEA Drug Test
The drug test will be conducted in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).
- The test is free of charge, as the Federal Government will bear the cost
- Candidates will receive their letters of appointment only after the NDLEA certifies that they are free from illegal substance abuse
Promotion of 27,624 Personnel: Full Breakdown
The Board approved the promotion of 27,624 officers across the four paramilitary agencies under its purview.
| Agency | Officers Promoted |
|---|---|
| Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) | 4,601 |
| Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) | 4,097 |
| Federal Fire Service (FFS) | 1,583 |
| Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) | 17,343 |
| Total | 27,624 |
The Secretary to the Board explained that the promotions aim to address career stagnation, boost personnel morale, and enhance service delivery across the four agencies.
Other Decisions by the Board
- The Board validated a healthcare policy framework designed to improve the health, fitness, and overall well-being of officers and men
- It considered and approved 228 disciplinary cases to strengthen discipline, accountability, and professionalism within the services
- The heads of the four paramilitary agencies were present at the press briefing
Warning Against Payments
The Secretary to the Board warned candidates against making payments for the exercise and urged anyone confronted with such demands to report the matter to the appropriate security authorities. Always rely on the official portal and CDCFIB's verified channels for updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the CDCFIB recruitment portal reopen?
From 28 October to 13 November 2026.
Who can check status when the portal reopens?
Candidates who have reached the oral interview stage.
Is the drug test free?
Yes. The Federal Government will bear the cost.
When will appointment letters be given?
Candidates will receive letters of appointment after the NDLEA certifies that they are free from illegal substance abuse.
How many personnel were promoted?
A total of 27,624 officers across NCoS, NIS, FFS and NSCDC.
How many people is the recruitment exercise targeting?
The ongoing Federal Government recruitment covers 30,150 personnel.
Source: CDCFIB Press Release, Office of the Secretary, signed by A M Jibril, Maj. Gen. (Rtd), Secretary to the Board.
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