Tension is mounting among candidates in the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) recruitment exercise after some applicants reportedly saw their portal status change to “Not Selected for NDLEA Screening”, while others are demanding clarification following a reported protest in Kano State over unresolved recruitment results.
The development comes as the CDCFIB final-stage recruitment portal remains open until Saturday, November 14, 2026, giving candidates who progressed to the oral interview stage an opportunity to check their status, confirm their documents and complete the required National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) drug screening process.
Key Highlights
- Some CDCFIB recruitment applicants reportedly see “Not Selected for NDLEA Screening” on their dashboards.
- The final-stage recruitment portal closes on November 14, 2026.
- A protest involving some applicants has reportedly taken place in Kano State.
- The CDCFIB Board has yet to publicly clarify the reported status changes.
- The NDLEA drug test is free, and applicants are warned against recruitment scams.
- The final list of successful candidates is yet to be officially released.
CDCFIB Recruitment Portal: Some Candidates See ‘Not Selected’
Concern has increased among applicants following reports that some candidates who participated in the CDCFIB oral interview have experienced changes in their recruitment dashboard status.
Since November 8, several applicants have reportedly shared screenshots showing that their previous “Check Back Later” notifications have been replaced with messages stating that they were “Not Selected for NDLEA Screening”.
Some of the affected candidates claimed they had completed the oral interview stage and were expecting further instructions concerning the final recruitment process.
The reported development has generated anxiety among applicants, particularly those who believe they successfully completed the earlier stages of the exercise.
However, the CDCFIB has not issued an official statement confirming the reported status changes or explaining the criteria behind the notifications.
Candidates are therefore advised to check their individual recruitment dashboards rather than rely on screenshots, WhatsApp messages or information circulating on social media.
Kano Applicants Reportedly Protest Over CDCFIB Recruitment
The controversy surrounding the recruitment exercise has also extended to Kano State, where a group of applicants reportedly staged a protest around November 8.
The protesters, who reportedly claimed to have completed the oral interview stage, demanded explanations over their unresolved recruitment status and the next steps involving the NDLEA drug screening exercise.
They also appealed to the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and the CDCFIB leadership to intervene and provide clarity on the recruitment process.
Photographs showing a group of applicants holding documents reportedly circulated online following the demonstration.
However, the reported Kano protest has not been officially confirmed by the Board, and there has been no formal statement addressing the demonstration as of November 10, 2026.
CDCFIB Yet to Respond to Applicants’ Complaints
Amid growing concerns, applicants are waiting for an official explanation from the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board.
Attempts to obtain clarification from the Board’s Public Relations Officer reportedly proved unsuccessful, as calls made on November 10 were not answered.
The Board has also not issued a fresh public statement addressing the “Not Selected for NDLEA Screening” notifications or the reported Kano protest.
The absence of an official explanation has increased uncertainty among candidates, many of whom are seeking clarification before the November 14 deadline.
CDCFIB Final-Stage Recruitment Portal Closes November 14
The CDCFIB final-stage recruitment portal is scheduled to close on Saturday, November 14, 2026.
The portal was reportedly reopened on October 28 to enable candidates who progressed to the final stage to check their recruitment status, verify documents and complete the required drug screening arrangements.
The reopening is not for fresh recruitment applications.
Candidates are advised to access the official recruitment portal at recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng and log in using their required identification details, including their Screening ID and National Identification Number (NIN).
Applicants should carefully review the instructions displayed on their individual dashboards.
What CDCFIB Candidates Should Do Before November 14
Candidates who are eligible to proceed with the final-stage recruitment process are advised to complete the following steps before the portal closes:
- Visit the official CDCFIB recruitment portal at recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng.
- Log in using the required recruitment credentials.
- Check the latest recruitment status displayed on the dashboard.
- Confirm that previously uploaded documents are accurate and complete.
- Follow the instructions provided for generating an NDLEA screening code.
- Book the required drug test through the authorised process indicated on the dashboard.
Candidates should also keep their recruitment information and supporting documents available in case further instructions are issued.
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NDLEA Drug Test Is Free: CDCFIB Applicants Warned Against Scams
Applicants have been warned against individuals demanding money in exchange for NDLEA screening codes, drug tests, recruitment assistance or changes to their portal status.
The drug screening exercise is stated to be free, with the Ministry of Interior reportedly making arrangements to cover the cost.
Candidates should therefore avoid paying recruitment agents or individuals claiming to have connections within the CDCFIB or NDLEA.
Applicants should also disregard unofficial PDF shortlists and messages promising guaranteed selection.
When Will CDCFIB Release the Final Recruitment List?
The CDCFIB is expected to publish the final recruitment outcomes through its official portal after the completion of the NDLEA drug screening exercise.
Candidates who successfully complete the required screening and satisfy the recruitment conditions will be considered for the final selection process.
Appointment letters are expected to be issued in Abuja following the completion of the required procedures, including satisfactory drug-test results.
However, the Board has yet to publish a final overall list of successful candidates as of November 10, 2026.
Until an official clarification is released, the reported “Not Selected” dashboard messages and Kano protest should be treated as unconfirmed reports.
Candidates are advised to continue checking their individual dashboards and follow only official CDCFIB announcements ahead of the November 14 deadline. For more recruitment updates, follow us on X.
