Nigeria Customs Service Launches 2025 Recruitment Drive

By Achimi Muktar

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has officially opened its 2025 recruitment process, offering opportunities for young Nigerians to join one of the country’s most critical revenue-generating agencies. The recruitment exercise, announced on Friday, seeks to fill 3,927 positions across the Superintendent, Inspector, and Customs Assistant cadres.

This initiative aligns with the NCS’s commitment to bolster trade facilitation and aid in Nigeria’s economic recovery, as outlined in the 2025 national budget presented by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Your Path to Joining the Nigeria Customs Service

The NCS has laid out specific eligibility criteria for applicants, ensuring a transparent and merit-based process. Here’s what you need to know:

General Requirements

Applicants must be Nigerian citizens by birth.

A valid National Identification Number (NIN) is mandatory.

Candidates must be free of any criminal record or ongoing investigations.

All applicants must be physically and mentally fit, with proof of medical fitness from a recognized government hospital.

Academic Requirements by Cadre

Superintendent Cadre (Senior Level):

A university degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) from a recognized institution.

NYSC Discharge Certificate or Certificate of Exemption.

Inspectorate Cadre:

A National Diploma (ND) or Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) from an approved institution.

Customs Assistant Cadre:

A minimum of O’Level qualifications (WAEC or NECO).

Application Timeline and Process

Applications opened on December 27, 2024, and will close on January 2, 2025.

Interested candidates must apply via the official recruitment portal: https://recruitment.customs.gov.ng.

Note: The NCS has cautioned applicants to beware of fraudsters and fake recruitment schemes. All submissions must go through the official portal.

The Bigger Picture: Strengthening National Revenue Collection

The announcement comes on the heels of the NCS’s 61st quarterly board meeting, where the agency’s key role in the 2025 “Budget of Restoration” was emphasized. With a revenue projection of N35 trillion out of the N48 trillion expenditure plan, the Customs Service is expected to continue driving national economic stability.

Having already generated over N5 trillion in revenue by November 2024, the NCS is scaling up its workforce to enhance efficiency in revenue collection, border security, and trade facilitation.

Job Opportunities in Revenue Collection Expanding

The NCS recruitment drive follows a similar announcement from the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), which recently began hiring senior officers to complement earlier recruitment efforts for junior roles.

Why You Should Apply

The Nigeria Customs Service offers a unique opportunity to contribute to national development while building a fulfilling career. With positions available at various levels, there’s something for everyone who meets the criteria.

If you’re ready to join a dynamic team driving Nigeria’s economic recovery, don’t wait—apply today!