The Federal Government has announced Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) recruitment in a listing published on the Federal Character Commission (FCC) website. Qualified Nigerians are invited to apply. The notice outlines eligibility criteria for applicants.
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The listed cadres cover applicants with secondary school certificates, National Diploma (ND), National Certificate in Education (NCE), Higher National Diploma (HND), degrees and professional qualifications.
Available positions and requirements
- Detective Superintendent: Assistant Superintendent of EFCC II, Grade Level (GL) 08. Applicants need a bachelor’s degree or HND from a recognised institution and a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge or exemption certificate. Age: 18–30.
- Detective Inspector: Inspector of EFCC II, GL 06. Applicants need an ND or NCE from a recognised institution. Age: 18–27.
- Detective Assistant: Detective Assistant II, GL 04. Applicants need at least five credits in West African Examinations Council (WAEC), National Examinations Council (NECO), General Certificate of Education (GCE) or National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) examinations, including English Language and Mathematics, in no more than two sittings. Age: 18–25.
- Professionals and skilled workers: Fields include medicine, pharmacy, law, nursing, medical laboratory science, engineering and technology. Experienced roles listed include human resources, financial analysis, media, policy analysis, legal services, research, monitoring and evaluation, librarianship, information and communications technology (ICT), driving, and administrative or clerical work. Applicants need qualifications from recognised institutions and an NYSC discharge or exemption certificate. Professional association membership is an advantage. Age: 18–40.
General eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be Nigerian and possess basic computer skills.
- Declare all academic and professional qualifications.
- Be medically fit, with evidence from a government-approved hospital.
- Have no criminal record; tattoos on any part of the body are not permitted.
- Demonstrate good character and integrity.
Cadet applicants must be single. Minimum height is 1.67 metres for men and 1.64 metres for women. For professional and skilled-worker roles, a valid National Driver’s Licence is an added advantage.
Application and screening
Applications are to be completed online. Shortlisted candidates will be required to present printed copies of their application forms during screening.
The listing says applications should be submitted within one week of the exercise’s commencement, but the supplied information does not state the start date. Applicants should check the official portal to confirm the deadline and whether applications are open.
The process is free. The EFCC does not authorise agents to collect money, and applicants should avoid anyone demanding payment for recruitment assistance.
How to apply
- Visit the official EFCC recruitment portal: https://recruitment.efcc.gov.ng
- Check the requirements for your preferred cadre and confirm eligibility.
- Complete the form with accurate personal, academic and professional details.
- Submit the application and keep a printed copy for screening.
Verify the announcement through the FCC listing: https://fcc.gov.ng/job-listings/economic-and-financial-crimes-commission-recruitment/.
