The Nigerian Air Force has released the list of successful candidates for its Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 34/2025 and fixed April 18, 2026, as the training commencement date.
The announcement was disclosed in a statement issued by the Air Commodore and Director of Public Relations and Information, Ehimen Ejodame.
The development follows the completion of the Selection Board Interview conducted at the NAF Base in Kaduna between January 12 and February 8, 2026, setting the stage for the next phase of the recruitment process.
The Air Force said the names of successful candidates have been published on its official recruitment portal for applicants to verify their status and access further instructions.
The statement confirms that the training programme is a mandatory requirement for all shortlisted candidates before commissioning into the service.
The Air Force further clarified reporting requirements and conditions tied to the offer of admission into the training programme.
Commissioning as officers will occur after the completion of the six-month training.
The DSSC 34/2025 recruitment process has progressed through multiple phases since late 2025.
The release of the final list on April 4, 2026, signals the transition into the training phase.
Recent developments show a broader push by the Nigerian government to strengthen security through increased recruitment across the armed forces.
Over 7,000 forest guards graduated in December 2025, while the Nigerian Navy inducted 1,962 ratings in the same period.
These coordinated recruitment and training efforts reflect ongoing attempts to bolster Nigeria’s security architecture amid rising challenges.