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Police Recruitment: Sokoto command fixes Wednesday for computer-based test

Mr Rufa’i, advised successful applicants to visit the recruitment portal for relevant details.

• March 5, 2024
Sokoto CP Ali Kaigama
Sokoto CP Ali Kaigama [Credit; NAN]

 The Sokoto State Police Command has scheduled Wednesday, March 6, for a computer-based test as part of the 2022 recruitment in the state.

The command’s Public Relations Officer, Ahmed Rufa’I, disclosed this in a statement to journalists in Sokoto on Monday.

According to Mr Rufa’i, the next stage of the recruitment, the CBT, will take place nationwide on Tuesday and Wednesday.

He stated, “The CBT for applicants in Sokoto State will take place on Wednesday at designated centres, including; Blue Crescent Schools CBT Centre in Mabera Area and Penta M & F Technical Service Ltd. Centre 1 and 2 on Jega Road, Tambuwal LGA, Sokoto.

“Other centres are; Shehu Shagari College of Education, Sokoto State University, Umaru Ali Shinkafi Polytechnic, Sokoto, and Usmanu Danfodiyo University.’’

He advised successful applicants to visit the recruitment portal to confirm their status, specific time, and date for the CBT.

“It’s important to note that the CBT tests are for general duty applicants, while a later date will be communicated to applicants of the specialist cadre for their practical test. Invited applicants are urged to conduct themselves orderly and avoid any form of examination malpractice. Furthermore, the public is reminded that participation in the exercise is free and individuals not involved should refrain from the designated centres,” Mr Rufa’i advised.

 (NAN) 

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