Nigerian Army opens 2026 recruitment with strict ID requirements
The Nigerian Army has started accepting applications for its 91 Regular Recruits Intake. Applicants must provide valid identification, including National Identification Number (NIN) and Bank Verification Number (BVN). The recruitment process is free and aims to strengthen the Army’s ranks. The Army also cautioned the public against fraudsters seeking payment for forms or assistance.
What we know
- The Army announced that free online registration will begin on Sunday, March 30, 2026, and close on Saturday, May 17, 2026.
- Applicants must be Nigerian citizens by birth, with age limits set at 18–22 years for non-tradesmen/women and 17–25 years for tradesmen/women.
- Minimum height requirements are 1.68 metres for males and 1.58 metres for females.
- Candidates must possess valid means of identification, including NIN and BVN, and meet educational qualifications such as the SSCE or its equivalent.
- The Army emphasized the registration is entirely free and warned against fraudsters demanding payment.
