Paramilitary Services Board News

14/09/2026

NIS graduates 1,626 officers of 4th Upgrade Course, 2026

The Nigeria Immigration Service has graduated 1,626 officers from its Fourth Combined and Upgrading Course, 2026, with a charge to uphold professionalism in border security and migration management.

The Passing Out Parade was held at the Immigration Training School, Kano, and the Digital Bridge Institute following the completion of the training programme designed to enhance the professional capacity of officers.

The Comptroller-General of Immigration, Kemi Nandap, represented by the Assistant Comptroller-General in charge of Human Resources Management, SU Agba, congratulated the graduating officers and urged them to uphold professionalism in the discharge of their statutory responsibilities.

The Commandant of the Immigration Training School, Kano, AN Akuneme, said a record number of cadets were mobilised for the course, making it the largest training programme in the history of the school.

Akuneme urged the graduating officers to adapt to the changing dynamics of border management by facilitating “legitimate migration flows and preventing irregular migration and trans-border threats.”

The ceremony featured merit awards for outstanding participants, while its highlight was the commissioning of an ultra-modern market constructed by the course participants.

Representatives of various security agencies, as well as serving and retired senior officers of the NIS, were in attendance at the ceremony.

12/09/2026

Customs Begins Final Phase of 2025 Recruitment Screening, Tasks Candidates on Discipline

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has officially flagged off the final stage of its 2025 recruitment exercise, with shortlisted candidates undergoing rigorous documentation, physical fitness assessments, and medical screenings at the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), Gwagwalada, Abuja.

The two-week exercise, which commenced on Monday, 7 September 2026, will run through 19 September 2026 and covers shortlisted applicants across the Assistant Superintendent of Customs II (ASCII), Inspectorate, and Customs Assistant cadres. To prevent congestion and maintain order, candidates are being screened in batches categorised alphabetically by their states of origin.

Addressing the candidates, the Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs in charge of Human Resource Development, Frank Onyeka, emphasised that the Service is evaluating character and professional conduct alongside physical fitness.

“On behalf of the Comptroller-General of Customs, I congratulate you on reaching this stage,” Onyeka said. “I urge you to remain orderly and strictly adhere to the guidelines. Beyond physical requirements, your attitude, discipline, and conduct are critical factors in deciding who ultimately joins the Service.”

Onyeka further said the NCS is working closely with the Customs Police and other relevant Units within the Service to safeguard the integrity of the process.

Also speaking on the operations at the centre, the Commandant of Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College, Gwagwalada, Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs Dow Gaura, noted that administrative innovations and inter-agency collaboration have streamlined the exercise.

“Everything happening here reflects the policy vision of the Comptroller-General of Customs, which emphasised continuous operational improvement, collaboration, and innovation,” Gaura stated. “The process has been seamless, hitch-free, and conducted without any casualties.”

The screening for the Assistant Superintendent of Customs (ASC) cadre concluded on Thursday, 10 September, while evaluations for the Inspectorate and Customs Assistant cadres will continue until 19 September 2026.

08/09/2026

NAMES OF SUCCESSFUL DEGREE/HND CANDIDATES IN THE 2026 FRSC RECRUITMENT EXERCISE

08/09/2026

OSUN NSCDC GETS NEW COMMANDANT

The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, mni, OFR, has approved the deployment of Commandant Toma Mathew Enya pslc as the new 18th State Commandant of the Osun State Command.

Commandant Toma, who was redeployed from Ekiti State Command to Osun, officially assumed office on Monday, 7th September, 2026, he took over from Commandant Igbalawole Sotiyo at the Command Headquarters.

Shortly after the handing-over ceremony at the State Command Headquarters, the former Commandant, Igbalawole Sotiyo, led the newly deployed Commandant to the Government Office, Abere, where he was warmly received on behalf of the Executive Governor of Osun State, His Excellency , Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, by the Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi.

Speaking during the visit, the newly deployed Commandant assured the Deputy Governor that under his leadership, intelligence gathering and sharing would be further strengthened, while the Command would remain committed to ensuring adequate protection of lives and property across the state.

The Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi, welcomed the new Commandant to Osun State and assured him that the administration of Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke would provide the necessary support to NSCDC to enable the Corps discharge its statutory mandates and contribute meaningfully to the security and development of the state.

Commandant Toma Mathew Enya, the 18th State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Osun State Command, hails from Ajaokuta Local Government Area of Kogi State.

He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Geology from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, and a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Oyo State.

He has served the Corps in various operational, investigative and administrative capacities, gaining extensive experience in security operations and management.

Commandant Toma has also attended a remarkable array of professional courses both within and outside Nigeria, further enhancing his expertise in security architecture, leadership and administration.

04/09/2026

CLARIFICATION ON DRESS CODE FOR CDCFIB ORAL INTERVIEW - 2024/2025 RECRUITMENT EXERCISE

02/09/2026

CGC Adeniyi Inspects Kano Customs Training Facility Ahead of Recruits' Arrival

The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, on Saturday, 29 August 2026, inspected the Customs Training College, Goron Dutse, Kano, to assess the institution's preparedness for the 2026 Customs Basic Training Programme. The inspection formed part of the Nigeria Customs Service's (NCS) preparations for the commencement of the 2025/2026 Recruitment Training, with the CGC assessing the College's facilities, ongoing projects, logistics, and general readiness to accommodate the incoming recruits.

During the visit, Adeniyi was received by the Zonal Coordinator, Zone B, Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs Nsikan Umoh; Comptroller, Federal Operations Unit Zone B, Aminu Sule; Commandant of the Customs Training College, Deputy Comptroller of Customs Umar Atiku; and other principal officers and heads of units.

Speaking during the inspection, Adeniyi reaffirmed the Service's commitment to providing the necessary facilities, logistics, and conducive environment required for the effective training and capacity development of the new recruits. He stressed the importance of ensuring that the College is adequately equipped to deliver professional and effective basic training that would prepare the recruits for their responsibilities within the NCS.

In his remarks, the Commandant briefed the CGC on the College's activities, ongoing developments, and preparations underway to receive the incoming recruits. The CGC subsequently toured various facilities within the institution to assess their state of readiness.

31/08/2026

DEPUTY COMMANDANT-GENERAL ADEYINKA FA, RETIRES IN STYLE

The Deputy Commandant General, Adeyinka Fasiu Ayinla, Deputy Commandant General in charge of General Administration, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), has retired from active service in grand style.

The former State Commandant of the NSCDC Ondo State Command, popularly described as the “Architect of Modern Ondo State Command,” was ceremonially sent forth and pulled out of the service at the Corps College of SecurityManagement, Oke Mosan, Abeokuta, on Friday, 28th August 2026.

As DCG Adeyinka takes his final bow from active service after attaining the age of 60, the Corps celebrates not merely the end of a distinguished career, but the enduring legacy of a leader who invested in people, strengthened institutions and contributed immensely to the growth and development of the Corps.

His years of service were marked by commitment, professionalism, strategic leadership, and an unwavering dedication to duty.

May the years ahead bring you fulfilment, good health, and continued success as you begin a new chapter beyond active service.

Congratulations and Thank you for your service, Sir.

Photo Credit: NSCDC Ondo State Command

31/08/2026

CDCFIB RECRUITMENT PORTAL IS NOW LIVE

CDCFIB Applicant Portal — manage your CDCFIB recruitment application.

29/08/2026

CDCFIB RECRUITMENT UPDATE

NOTIFICATION OF SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES FOR ORAL INTERVIEW FOR 2024/2025 RECRUITMENT EXERCISE.

22/08/2026

CDCFIB Statement on Recruitment