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Army Warns Nigerians Against Fake DSSC 29 Recruitment Notice‎

‎By Chimezie Godfrey
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‎The Nigerian Army has cautioned Nigerians against a fake recruitment notice circulating on social media, claiming that application for DSSC 29 (2026) is ongoing.
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‎According to the Army, in a disclaimer signed by Colonel Anele Appolonia, Acting Director of Army Public Relations, the advertisement is false and did not emanate from any authorized military channel.
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‎It said no recruitment or commissioning exercise for the Direct Short Service Commission or Short Service Commission is currently underway.
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‎The Army explained that whenever recruitment is approved, the public will be informed through official platforms and national newspapers.
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‎Reiterating its zero-fee policy, the Army warned applicants not to pay money to anyone under the guise of recruitment.
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‎“The Nigerian Army does not charge any fee for recruitment into its ranks,” the statement said.
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‎The Army urged the public to report fraudsters.