The commission said genuine recruitment into the federal civil service is not conducted through private agents, middlemen or individuals claiming to influence shortlisting or secure government appointments.

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In a statement issued by its Head of Press and Public Relations, Ibraheem Zakariyya, on Friday in Abuja, the commission warned that the use of its name, logo or branding does not automatically make a recruitment message genuine.

The FCSC said, “genuine federal civil service recruitment is never conducted through private agents, middlemen, or individuals claiming to influence shortlisting or secure appointments.”

It explained that no officer can be appointed into the Federal Public Service without an authorised establishment and, where applicable, the requisite recruitment waiver from the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation.

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The commission also said applicants must meet prescribed eligibility conditions, including possessing the relevant qualifications contained in the approved Schemes of Service.

The FCSC warned Nigerians against individuals demanding money in exchange for recruitment forms, shortlisting, employment, appointment letters or preferential treatment.

“Where online applications are required, applicants should access the designated recruitment portal only through links provided in official FCSC announcements,” the commission said.

The commission further warned that false declarations, forged certificates or fraudulent documentation submitted during recruitment could lead to disqualification and other consequences under applicable rules.

It urged prospective applicants to carefully study official vacancy announcements for available positions, qualifications, eligibility requirements, application procedures and closing dates before applying.

📰 Source: Punch Nigeria