Nigeria Police Recruitment Aptitude Test Set for April 28-30, 2026
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- The Police Service Commission announced April 28-30, 2026, for the Computer-Based Aptitude Test for police recruitment.
- The test is a critical stage following physical and credentials screening, aiming to recruit suitable candidates for the Nigeria Police Force.
- The scheduling is flexible across 36 states and the FCT, with applicants advised to await official communication on venues and shortlisted candidates.
The Nigeria Police Force is undergoing a crucial recruitment drive, with the Police Service Commission setting April 28-30, 2026, for the Computer-Based Aptitude Test (CBT). This decisive stage aims to ensure that only the most qualified individuals join the force, following the initial physical and credentials screening. The Sokoto State Police Command, through its Public Relations Officer Ahmad Rufa’i, emphasized the importance of the CBT in this process.
The Computer-Based Aptitude Test is a critical phase designed to ensure that only suitably qualified candidates are recruited into the Nigeria Police Force.
The nationwide exercise will span all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. The duration of the test in each state is contingent upon the number of candidates and the availability of functional CBT centers. Some states may conclude the exercise in a single day, while others might require the full three-day window. This flexible scheduling is designed to accommodate operational realities across the country, ensuring every eligible candidate gets a fair chance to participate.
The scheduling is flexible to accommodate operational realities across states, but every eligible candidate will be given a fair opportunity to participate.
Applicants are urged to remain patient and rely solely on official communication channels for updates regarding venues and the list of successful candidates. The Police Service Commission has warned against misinformation and stressed that all verified updates will be released through official platforms. This recruitment drive is a significant effort to bolster the manpower and operational capabilities of the Nigeria Police Force.
Candidates are advised to remain patient and rely only on information from official channels. Details of venues and shortlisted candidates will be communicated in due course.
Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.