Police Recruitment: Applicants To Undergo Compulsory JAMB, HIV, Pregnancy Tests

Prospective candidates in the ongoing Nigeria Police recruitment must undergo compulsory HIV, pregnancy and special examination conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), the Force said on Sunday.

This, according to the Force Public Relations Officer, Jimoh Moshood, would ensure transparency and allow only the best candidates emerge successful in the enrolment exercise.

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Moshood told newsmen in statement that, “For the first time, successful candidates, after the physical screening, will undergo a written aptitude test to be conducted by Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to ensure transparency and get the best out of the candidates.”

The police spokesperson revealed that the Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Idris, had directed the Commissioners of Police and other senior officers in charge of screening exercise to ensure that the process is “hitch free and devoid of any form of corrupt practice.”

The statement further reads, “He [the IGP] further warned the Officers that will be participating in the screening exercise to remain impartial and ensure transparency. For the first time, successful candidates, after the physical screening, will undergo a written aptitude test to be conducted by Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to ensure transparency and get the best out of the candidates.

“Furthermore, Medical Examination will be conducted for each candidate in the following areas before final selection:-

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“Visual Assessment which covers far and near visual acuity, binocular vision, colour vision, visual field testing and pathology.

“General medical test which covers blood pressure, sugar, body mass index, hepatitis b and c, HIV screening, Tuberculosis, antigen in serum and pregnancy test (for women only).

“Psychological evolution of the candidates which covers psychological interview, personality and integrity as well as drug screening.

“The Inspector General of Police also directed that the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Training and Development should embark on monitoring and assessment of the exercise throughout the Thirty Six (36) States and the FCT to ensure that the exercise is carried out in line with best practices.

“Candidates are advised to be of good conduct throughout the exercise. Candidates and members of the general public should report any improper practice through the following phone numbers: 08076036011, 08037036257, 08034360919, 08037855951, 08065823054, 08036753589.”

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