CDCFIB Recruitment 2025: Portal Closed After 1.9 Million Applications – State-Wise Statistics, Shortlisting Updates & Next Steps

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire, and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has formally shut down its 2025 recruitment portal, concluding a highly competitive application phase that attracted widespread participation from job seekers across Nigeria. This federal recruitment drive for civil service positions in security and safety sectors highlighted the immense interest in Nigeria government jobs and public service careers.

As per official CDCFIB data, an impressive 1,908,595 applications poured in from all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Leading the pack was Kogi State with 116,026 submissions, trailed by Kaduna (114,385) and Benue (110,366). Conversely, states like Bayelsa (11,656) and Lagos (14,212) saw the fewest entries, underscoring regional variations in applicant turnout for these Nigerian federal job opportunities.

📊 Top 5 States for CDCFIB 2025 Applications:

• Kogi: 116,026
• Kaduna: 114,385
• Benue: 110,366
• Kano: 89,263
• Niger: 79,444

📉 States with Lowest CDCFIB Recruitment Applications:

• Bayelsa: 11,656
• Lagos: 14,212
• Rivers: 22,181

What's Ahead in the CDCFIB Shortlisting Process?

The CDCFIB recruitment board has confirmed that the candidate shortlisting phase for 2025 vacancies will commence soon. Successful applicants will be notified through email and SMS alerts. To stay informed, candidates should monitor their communication channels diligently and visit the official CDCFIB recruitment portal at recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng for real-time updates on screening dates, eligibility checks, and further instructions.

The board expressed gratitude to all participants, noting that this record-breaking response demonstrates Nigerians' commitment to national service, integrity, and professional growth in fields like civil defence, correctional services, fire safety, and immigration enforcement.