Nigerian Navy Warns Public Against Fake Recruitment Notice

The Nigerian Navy has dismissed as fake a recruitment notice circulating on social media that purportedly announces a 2026 Batch 39 recruitment exercise.

Director of Naval Information Capt. Abiodun Folorunsho stated on Monday that the circulating information was not an authorised publication and should not be regarded as an official recruitment announcement.

He advised prospective applicants and the general public to exercise caution and disregard recruitment information obtained from unofficial social media accounts, websites or other unauthorised sources.

Folorunsho emphasised that official details regarding Nigerian Navy recruitment , including eligibility requirements, application procedures, timelines and categories, would only be communicated through authorised Navy channels.

“The official website for Nigerian Navy recruitment or enlistment is http://www.joinnigeriannavy.navy.mil.ng, and the official website remains https://navy.mil.ng,” he said.

He also warned the public against making any payments to individuals, agents or unauthorised platforms in connection with Navy recruitment, noting that the exercise is free of charge.

“The Nigerian Navy does not authorise third parties to recruit applicants or collect recruitment fees on its behalf.

“The Navy remains committed to maintaining a transparent and credible recruitment process and will continue to provide timely and accurate information through its official communication channels,” he added.