CDCFIB Warns Against N7,500 Drug Test Fee for Applicants

Despite clear assurances from the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) that the drug test for paramilitary recruitment is free, some applicants have paid N7,500 through the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) portal. The CDCFIB had explicitly stated that candidates should not incur any costs for the screening exercise.

However, the NDLEA's drug testing portal directs applicants selecting the “Apply for Drug Test” option to a payment page requiring the fee. This has raised significant concerns as several shortlisted candidates who adhered to the correct procedure reported completing their registration without any payment.

The situation highlights a discrepancy between the CDCFIB's directives and the payment requirements presented on the NDLEA portal, leading to confusion among applicants.