CDCFIB Warns Job Seekers Against Fraudsters Amid Ongoing Recruitment Exercise

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has cautioned applicants participating in its ongoing recruitment exercise to beware of fraudulent individuals or groups attempting to exploit unsuspecting job seekers through false claims or financial demands.

In a statement issued on Monday, the Board emphasised its unwavering commitment to a “transparent, seamless and completely free recruitment process at no financial cost to applicants.”

The statement, signed by Okeh Juliet, Head of Press and Public Relations of CDCFIB, reminded candidates that all authentic updates and notifications regarding the next stages of the recruitment exercise would be communicated strictly through official CDCFIB channels.

“Applicants are strongly advised to rely only on official CDCFIB communication channels for authentic updates and notifications regarding the next stages of the exercise,”
the statement read.

“Candidates are further warned to beware of fraudsters who may attempt to exploit unsuspecting job seekers through false claims or financial demands.”

Reaffirming its core values of fairness, integrity, and accountability, the Board made it clear that no applicant would be asked to pay any fee, disclose personal banking information, or make any form of financial contribution to advance in the recruitment process.

“At no point will any applicant be asked to pay a fee, disclose personal banking information, or make any form of financial contribution to advance in the recruitment,” CDCFIB reiterated.

The Board further assured the public that it remains “steadfast in its mission to attract the best-qualified candidates for the nation’s paramilitary services while safeguarding applicants from scams and fraudulent activities.”

Applicants were urged to stay vigilant, informed, and to immediately report any suspicious activity or demand for payment to the nearest security agency for prompt action.

“All candidates are therefore encouraged to stay informed, remain vigilant, and report any demand for payment or suspicious activity to the nearest security agency for prompt action,” Okeh added.