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The Nigerian Army has announced the names of candidates selected for the Short Service Combatant Commission (SSCC) Course 50/2027 Selection Board.
In a message shared on its X account on Thursday, the Army revealed that the list of successful applicants can now be found on its official recruitment website at nashortservice.army.mil.ng.
“Candidates who have been shortlisted must report to the Nigerian Defence Academy Ribadu Campus (Old Site) in Kaduna State starting from November 23, 2026.
“The Selection Board activities will take place from November 23 to December 11, 2026. The SSCC program provides eligible Nigerian civilians and active military members the chance to be appointed as officers in Combat Arms (Infantry and Armour) and Combat Support Arms (Artillery, Engineers, Signals, and Intelligence).
“Candidates who successfully finish their training are usually given the rank of Second Lieutenant with a short service commission lasting 15 years,” stated the Nigerian Army.
Applicants who submitted their applications between mid-August and October 17, 2026, are encouraged to check the official portal right away to see if their names are on the shortlist and to pay attention to any specific reporting instructions or required documents.
Candidates should gather original copies of all their submitted documents, such as educational certificates, birth or age declaration papers, state of origin certificate, NIN and BVN slips, along with properly signed photo slips and guarantor forms.
The Army has consistently advised the public to ignore unofficial websites, agents, or individuals who ask for payment for recruitment services. All parts of the process are completely free.
Those who are shortlisted should get ready for the medical, physical, and interview phases of the Selection Board.
The Nigerian Army continues to stress the importance of merit, fitness, and transparency in its officer commissioning process.
“For the most accurate and current information, candidates and the public should only refer to the official recruitment website: nashortservice.army.mil.ng,” the post stated.
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