The Nigerian Army has disowned a fake advertisement circulating on social media and other online platforms, inviting applications for the Short Service Combatant Commission (SSCC) Course 50/2027.
In a statement on Monday, the Army described the advertisement as false and fraudulent, stressing that it did not originate from the Nigerian Army.
It warned members of the public to disregard the notice and cautioned prospective applicants against applying through, patronising or making payments to any individual, group or website claiming to conduct recruitment on its behalf.
The Army reiterated that all its recruitment and commissioning exercises are free, transparent and strictly merit-based. It added that official recruitment announcements are published only through national newspapers, the Nigerian Army’s verified social media platforms and other recognised official communication channels. It emphasised that no recruitment form is sold and no individual or agent is authorised to facilitate recruitment or demand payment at any stage of the process.
The Army further warned those behind the fake advertisement to desist immediately, revealing that security agencies have been activated to identify, arrest and prosecute all those involved in producing, circulating or using the fraudulent notice to defraud unsuspecting Nigerians.
It reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the integrity of its recruitment process and urged the public to verify all recruitment information through official Nigerian Army channels. It also advised Nigerians to report any suspicious recruitment activities to the nearest military formation or security agency.
