Abuja — The Federal Government has identified seven common mistakes that could prevent Nigerians from securing public service jobs, urging applicants to follow official recruitment procedures and avoid fraudulent schemes.The advice was issued by the Federal Character Commission (FCC) in a public awareness notice aimed at helping job seekers improve their chances of success.According to the commission, many applicants unknowingly reduce their opportunities by ignoring recruitment guidelines, submitting incorrect information, or relying on unofficial sources for vacancy announcements.The Seven Mistakes to AvoidApplying through unverified sources.
Paying someone to secure a government job.Ignoring application requirements.Missing application deadlines.Providing incorrect or false information.Failing to prepare for aptitude tests and interviews.Assuming every advertised vacancy is genuine.The FCC warned applicants against relying on unofficial websites, social media posts, and forwarded messages, noting that fraudsters often create fake recruitment portals to deceive job seekers.The commission also cautioned Nigerians against paying individuals who claim they can influence government recruitment processes, stressing that anyone demanding payment or guaranteeing employment is acting illegally.
Applicants were advised to carefully review eligibility requirements, including educational qualifications, age limits, work experience, professional certifications, and required documents before submitting applications.The FCC further urged candidates to apply early to avoid missing deadlines and to carefully verify all personal and academic information before submission, as errors could affect eligibility and verification.
The commission reminded applicants that recruitment into federal ministries, departments, and agencies is conducted by the respective institutions, while the FCC’s role is to ensure fairness and compliance with the Federal Character Principle as provided under the 1999 Constitution.It also encouraged job seekers to use only verified recruitment platforms and official government channels when applying for vacancies.Source: Punch Newspapers.
