The Nigeria Customs Service has alerted the public to fake documents circulating online, falsely claiming to announce screening schedules for candidates who passed its ongoing recruitment Computer-Based Test.
In a statement shared via its verified X (formerly Twitter) account, the Service dismissed the documents as fraudulent and urged Nigerians to disregard them.
“FAKE NEWS ALERT. The attention of the Nigeria Customs Service has been drawn to a fake content currently circulating on social media,” the statement read.
The agency stressed that the purported announcements did not originate from it, adding that the information being shared online was completely false.
“The NCS wishes to state clearly that these claims are false and did not originate from the Service,” it added.
The fake notices reportedly contained specific screening dates scheduled for early June 2026, alongside alleged venues across different zones. They also listed supposed instructions for candidates, including dress codes and identification requirements.
The Customs Service advised applicants and members of the public to rely only on official communication channels for accurate updates regarding the recruitment exercise.
It also reiterated that the ongoing recruitment process is free of charge and warned candidates against falling victim to scammers demanding payment for any stage of the exercise.
The latest warning comes amid sustained public interest in the 2024/2025 recruitment process, which has progressed through multiple stages, including application, CBT, and profile verification.
Earlier in May 2026, the Service had opened a portal for shortlisted applicants to update their details ahead of screening and interviews, with a deadline set for May 10.
Authorities have repeatedly cautioned that no payment is required at any stage of the process, urging applicants to disregard fraudulent messages and report suspicious activities.
