The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has officially debunked a fraudulent press release currently making rounds on social media and messaging platforms, which falsely claims that a Computer-Based Test (CBT) is scheduled to take place in July 2025 as part of the agency’s recruitment process.
In a press statement signed by Abdullahi Maiwada, the Assistant Comptroller of Customs and National Public Relations Officer, the NCS categorically dismissed the circulating shortlist as fake and misleading, stressing that it did not originate from the agency.
“The NCS wishes to categorically state that the said press release is fraudulent, misleading, and did not emanate from the Nigeria Customs Service. At no time did the Service issue any such announcement,” the statement read in part.
Upon review, the NCS identified several discrepancies in the fake announcement, particularly in its formatting and e-signature, which do not conform to the Service’s official standards. The timeline referenced in the forged release also fails to align with any legitimate recruitment schedule.
The agency expressed concern over the increasing spread of unverified information, especially at a time when many Nigerians are eagerly following the ongoing recruitment process. It urged the public to refrain from sharing or acting on such false content and to rely only on official communication channels such as the NCS website, verified social media platforms, and recognized national newspapers.
Furthermore, the NCS assured that it is already tracing the origin of the misinformation and intends to bring those responsible to justice. “When the Service is set to begin the next phase of the recruitment process, the public will be duly notified through appropriate channels,” it added.
Commending the vigilance of concerned citizens, the NCS reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, integrity, and public protection against misinformation.
For verified updates, the public is advised to visit https://customs.gov.ng or follow the Nigeria Customs Service on its official platform
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