The Katsina State Police Command has warned applicants for the upcoming police constable recruitment examination to avoid fraudsters promising guaranteed placement. Commissioner Ali Umar-Fage stated the recruitment process is free, with exams scheduled nationally from April 28 to 30. In Katsina, the exercise will be held at Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic along Dutsin-Ma Road. Only candidates who passed prior physical and credential screening are eligible.
Applicants must print their coloured examination invitation slips from the official portal starting April 24. They are to appear at the centre with a valid National Identification Number (NIN) slip bearing a clear photograph, the printed invitation slip, and a writing pen. The approved attire is white shorts, white T-shirt, and white canvas shoes. Each candidate must follow the date, time, and venue specified on their slip.
Umar-Fage, speaking through Command Spokesperson Abubakar Sadiq-Aliyu in a Sunday statement, warned that anyone demanding payment for recruitment will face legal consequences. He urged candidates to arrive early and maintain order during the exercise. The commissioner emphasized transparency and compliance with set guidelines.
Ali Umar-Fage says the recruitment is free, yet he feels the need to warn applicants about payment scams, suggesting many still expect bribes as part of the process. This reflects a public belief that no government job is truly free, even when officials say otherwise. Eligible candidates in Katsina now carry the burden of proving their integrity by resisting touts who mimic official channels. The real test begins before the exam—whether the system can convince Nigerians it isn't rigged.
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