Police Recruitment: PSC Dismiss Viral Screening, Posting Notice

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has disowned a viral press release claiming that successful recruits into the Nigeria Police Force would be posted only to their states of origin under a purported State Police Act 2026.

The commission described the document as fake and warned applicants and members of the public against relying on information that did not originate from its verified communication channels.

In a disclaimer issued on Friday (today) and signed by its Head of Protocol and Public Relations, Torty Njoku Kalu, the PSC said the publication circulating on social media was the handiwork of fraudsters.

Naija News reports that the disputed notice had also announced that a medical screening exercise would hold from July 16 to 22 and that a portal would be activated on July 14 for candidates to print their medical screening slips.

However, the commission said none of the claims in the document originated with the PSC.

“This press release is fake and was not issued by the Police Service Commission,” the statement read.

“The said publication, which also makes reference to a purported ‘State Police’ Act 2026 and postings to states of origin, is the handiwork of fraudsters and should be completely disregarded.”

The commission explained that it held a stakeholders’ meeting on Thursday, July 9, to review issues relating to the ongoing recruitment exercise into the Nigeria Police Force.

According to the PSC, the meeting was attended by officials of the commission, the Nigeria Police Force, the Federal Character Commission and the Ministry of Police Affairs.

It said discussions at the meeting focused on the recruitment process and the steps to be taken in the next phase of the exercise.

The commission added that an official announcement would be made after the outcome of the meeting had been properly reviewed.

“The Commission will issue an official statement in due course on the outcome of the meeting and the next phase of the recruitment exercise into the Nigeria Police Force. All candidates and members of the public are advised to await this official communication,” it stated.

The PSC urged applicants to obtain recruitment information only from its official website, recruitment portal, verified social media accounts and recognised email addresses.

It warned that unverified social media posts and unofficial publications could expose candidates to fraud and misinformation.

The commission also advised applicants not to act on dates, instructions or directives that had not been formally announced through its authorised platforms.

The PSC reiterated that recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force was free and that applicants were not required to pay money at any stage of the process.

“Recruitment is free. The Commission does not charge any fees at any stage of the process,” the statement added.

“Candidates are strongly advised to avoid misinformation and rely only on official communication from the PSC.”

The commission further warned those circulating fake recruitment documents or attempting to defraud applicants that they would face prosecution.

“Anyone found circulating fake press releases or engaging in fraudulent activities will face severe legal consequences,” it said.

The PSC urged candidates to remain patient and await its official communication on the outcome of the stakeholders’ meeting and the next stage of the recruitment exercise.