Rivers State Government has announced the commencement of recruitment into Batch 38 of the Nigerian Navy Basic Training School. According to the notice, “this is to inform Rivers State indigenes that application is open for recruitment into Batch 38 of the Nigerian Navy Basic Training School.”
Interested candidates are advised to apply online through the official portal at https://www.joinnigeriannavy.navy.mil.ng before the closing date on October 31, 2025. The government emphasized that “the application is free.”
All LGA Chairmen, traditional rulers, and other stakeholders have been urged to “sensitize their constituents of the opportunity.” The application age limit is 18–22 years for SSCE, GCE, NECO, and NABTEB holders, while those with NCE, OND, or professional qualifications such as nurses, drivers, and sportsmen/women must be between 18–26 years by December 31, 2025.