Law enforcement sets late April dates for national entrance exam assessments

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AnimaThe Police Service Commission has announced April 28 to 30, 2026, as the dates for the Computer-Based Aptitude Test for candidates in the ongoing police recruitment exercise.

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The test, which follows the nationwide physical and credentials screening billed to end on April 18, will be conducted across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

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In a statement issued by the Sokoto State Police Command on Thursday, the Police Public Relations Officer, Ahmad Rufa’i, said the CBT is a decisive stage in the recruitment process.

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“The Computer-Based Aptitude Test is a critical phase designed to ensure that only suitably qualified candidates are recruited into the Nigeria Police Force,” he said.

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Rufa’i explained that the duration of the test in each state would depend on the number of candidates and the availability of functional CBT centres, noting that some states may complete the exercise in one day, while others could require the full three-day window.

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“The scheduling is flexible to accommodate operational realities across states, but every eligible candidate will be given a fair opportunity to participate,” he added.

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He urged applicants to remain calm and await further details on venue allocation and the official list of successful candidates.

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“Candidates are advised to remain patient and rely only on information from official channels. Details of venues and shortlisted candidates will be communicated in due course,” Rufa’i stated.

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The police also warned against misinformation, stressing that all updates regarding the exercise would be released through verified platforms.

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The ongoing recruitment exercise is part of efforts to strengthen the manpower and operational capacity of the Nigeria Police Force.

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For enquiries, the command provided a dedicated contact line for public engagement.

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