Police Service Commission dismisses fake recruitment notice

The Police Service Commission (PSC) in Nigeria has disowned a trending social media post claiming that Batch B candidates for the 2022 Constable Recruitment will begin training on February 16, 2025.

The commission described the post as “fictitious and misleading” and warned the public to disregard it.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, the PSC said it never discussed, approved, or issued any press release on the matter.

“The new recruits are still in training and will pass out later this month. No decision has been made regarding the commencement of the next recruitment phase,” the statement read.

The commission also condemned the use of its spokesman, Mr. Ikechukwu Ani’s name, in the fake publication.

“We are disturbed by the continuous use of our spokesman’s name in these diversionary publications, which are obviously planted to cause mischief and mislead innocent young Nigerians who are desirous of a career in the Nigeria Police Force,” the statement added.

Chairman of the commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu, has directed the Nigeria Police Force to apprehend the fraudsters responsible for the fake publication.

“We will not tolerate any attempt to undermine the commission’s integrity and deceive the public. We will work with the police to ensure that those responsible for this fake publication are brought to justice,” Argungu said.

The PSC assured the public that it will continue to be transparent, ensuring that its recruitment processes are merit-based and follow established rules and regulations.

“We advise interested Nigerians to be patient and await the commission’s official statement on this year’s recruitment. We will make sure that all information regarding the recruitment process is communicated through official channels,” the commission said.

The PSC also warned the public to be cautious of fake recruitment websites and social media posts, and to report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

“We urge the public to be vigilant and not to fall victim to these scams. We will continue to work with the police and other stakeholders to ensure that the recruitment process is free from corruption and manipulation,” the commission added.

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