The Nigerian government has announced a thorough review of recruitment guidelines for the Civil Defence, Fire, Correctional, and Immigration Services.
Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, revealed that 35% of recruitment slots will now be reserved for women, aligning with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
This initiative was emphasized during the Board’s meeting in Abuja.
Notable figures present included the Comptroller-General of Immigration, Caroline Wura-Ola Adepoju, and others.
The minister stressed the importance of introducing complexity in the recruitment process.
The ongoing Federal Fire Service recruitment will adhere to these new guidelines, focusing on professionalism, gender mainstreaming, and Federal Character principles.
The minister highlighted a comprehensive modernization plan for all services under the Ministry of Interior, encompassing training, recruitment, promotion, and technology deployment.
Timelines for recruitment will be announced, with a warning against scammers.
Comptroller-General Adepoju emphasized the Immigration Service’s modernization, prioritizing capacity building and specialization for merit-based promotions.
