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.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.
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.
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. He urged applicants to remain calm and await further details on venue allocation and the official list of successful candidates.
The police also warned against misinformation, stressing that all updates regarding the exercise would be released through verified platforms. The ongoing recruitment exercise is part of efforts to strengthen the manpower and operational capacity of the Nigeria Police Force. Also For enquiries, the command provided a dedicated contact line for public engagement.
