Calabar, March 5, 2026 (NAN) The Police Command in Cross River has assured prospective applicants who applied for the 2025/2026 recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force of merit based screening in the recruitment exercise.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the assurance is contained in a statement by the command’s spokesman, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, and made available to newsmen in Calabar on Thursday.
Eitokpah said that the exercise would commence on Monday with a physical and credential screening, adding that it was for only applicants who had successfully completed their online registration.
He also said that the exercise was for those who applied for the 2025/2026 recruitment as General Duty and Specialist Police Constables.
“The command reiterates that the recruitment screening process is completely free of charge and will be conducted strictly on merit, in line with the highest standards of professionalism, transparency, and accountability.
“Members of the public are encouraged to report any individual or group demanding gratification or inducement in connection with the exercise,” he said.
NAN reports that the 2025/2026 recruitment exercise is for the recruitment of 50,000 personnel (General Duty and Specialist Police Constables) into the force. (NAN)
