The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has commenced its recruitment exercise for qualified Nigerians, seeking applications for various positions, including detective officers and specialized professionals. Applications must be submitted via the designated recruitment portal before the closing date of November 1, 2026.
Application Deadline:
- 1 November 2026 (Application portal opened on October 24, 2026)
Tell Me About The Program:
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially launched its nationwide recruitment exercise for 2026, inviting qualified Nigerian citizens to apply for positions across four main cadres. The recruitment seeks to expand the Commission’s operational capacity by hiring detective officers, administrative personnel, and specialized professionals across key technical, legal, healthcare, and corporate sectors.
Which Fields are Eligible:
- Cadet Law Enforcement Officers: General operational and detective cadres.
- Professionals and Skilled Workers: Medicine, Pharmacy, Law, Nursing, Medical Laboratory Science, Engineering and Technology-related disciplines, Human Resources Management, Financial Analysis, Media and Publicity, Policy Analysis, Legal Services, Research, Monitoring & Evaluation, Librarianship, Information & Communications Technology (ICT), Driving, Administrative & Clerical Services, and Estate Surveying & Valuation.
Type:
Full-Time Federal Law Enforcement Recruitment (General Cadet Cadres & Specialized Professional/Skilled Positions)
Who can Apply:
Applicants must satisfy the specific age, academic, and physical criteria for their chosen cadre:
- Detective Superintendent (GL 08):
- Age: 18 – 30 years old.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) from a recognized institution with a valid NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.
- Detective Inspector (GL 06):
- Age: 18 – 27 years old.
- Qualifications: National Diploma (ND) or National Certificate in Education (NCE).
- Detective Assistant II (GL 04):
- Age: 18 – 25 years old.
- Qualifications: Minimum of 5 credit passes in WAEC/NECO/GCE/NABTEB (including English Language and Mathematics) in not more than two sittings.
- Professionals / Skilled Workers:
- Age: 18 – 40 years old.
- Qualifications: Relevant degree/diploma in a listed specialty, NYSC discharge/exemption certificate, and optional professional association membership or valid driver’s license.
How are Applicants Selected:
Candidates undergo an online credential verification process cross-referenced with National Identification Number (NIN) database records. Shortlisted applicants are invited to physical screening, medical fitness checks, physical agility tests, and competitive examinations.
Which Countries Are Eligible:
Nigeria (Open exclusively to Nigerian citizens).
Where will the Program be Taken:
EFCC Academy, operational zonal commands, and regional offices across Nigeria.
How Many Positions:
Positions distributed nationwide across four operational cadres.
What is the Benefit of the Program:
- Federal Appointment: Full-time career entry or professional placement within a leading Nigerian federal law enforcement agency.
- Competitive Salary & Allowance: Federal civil service Grade Level salary structure (GL 04, GL 06, GL 08, and higher professional grades) with law enforcement allowances.
- Professional & Operational Training: Specialized law enforcement, financial intelligence, and investigative training at the EFCC Academy.
How Long Will it Last:
Permanent and pensionable federal appointment (subject to successful completion of initial training and probationary service).
General Eligibility & Medical Requirements:
- Must be a Nigerian citizen with a valid National Identification Number (NIN).
- Must possess basic computer literacy.
- Must be medically fit with documentation from a government-approved hospital.
- Must have no criminal record and no tattoos on any part of the body.
- For Cadet Categories: Candidates must be single. Minimum height requirement is 1.67 metres for males and 1.64 metres for females.
How to Apply:
- Visit the official recruitment portal and register using your NIN details (ensuring name and date of birth match your NIN record exactly).
- Verify your email address and complete the online application profile.
- Prepare and upload required digital copies (PDF, JPG, or PNG up to 250 KB / 500 KB for professional certificates):
- Recent passport photograph (JPG/PNG)
- Birth certificate or Declaration of Age
- Indigene/Local Government Identification Certificate
- Primary School Certificate & WAEC/NECO/GCE/NABTEB results
- ND / HND / Bachelor’s Degree Certificates (where applicable)
- NYSC Discharge / Exemption Certificate (where applicable)
- Relevant professional membership or driver’s license (if applying as a professional/skilled worker)
- Review your profile thoroughly and submit before 1 November 2026.
- Print out the completed application summary for presentation during physical screening.
(Note: The application process is completely free of charge. Beware of recruitment scams).
