Nigeria Extends Police Recruitment Deadline for 50,000 Constables

The Police Service Commission (PSC) in Nigeria has extended the application deadline for the recruitment of 50,000 police constables by two weeks, from the original deadline of January 25, 2026, to February 8, 2026. The decision to extend the deadline was made following the receipt of 400,000 applications, with certain states like Adamawa, Benue, and Kaduna receiving a high volume of applications compared to others.

The aim of the extension is to promote equitable representation across the country and ensure that every region is fairly represented in the recruitment process. Eligible Nigerians, especially those from states with fewer applications, are encouraged to submit their applications through the official portal before the new deadline.

The PSC and Nigeria Police Force (NPF) reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining a fair and transparent recruitment process to provide equal opportunities to all qualified individuals.