The Nigerian Army has declared that it is accepting applications from women and non-tradesmen for enlistment.
This was announced on the official X page of the Nigerian Army on Friday, stating the application is free and starts from May 3 -4, 2024.
The post reads: “This is to inform the general public and all interested applicants that an online application for 87 Regular Recruits Intake for Non-Tradesmen and Women has commenced.
“Application starts from 3rd May-7th June 2024.”
Here are some of the steps to applying:
1. Visit https://recruitment.army.mil.ng
2. Complete the online application form
3. Submit it online and print a copy
4. Fill out the Guarantor Form
5. Application period: May 3, 2024, to June 7, 2024.
Basic Requirements:
1. Nigerian citizenship by birth
2. National Identity Card/NIN slip
3. Medically, physically, and psychologically fit
4. No criminal convictions
5. Valid birth certificate/age declaration
6. Certificate of state of origin
7. Height requirement: Male – 1.68 metres, Female – 1.65 metres
8. Age: 18 to 22 years for non-trades, up to 26 years for tradesmen/women by June 30, 2024
9. Minimum of four passes in WASSCE/GCE/NECO/NABTEB
10. Trade Test/City Guild Certificate for tradesmen/women
Other requirements
1. Minimum Age (Non – Trades) 18
2. Maximum Age (Non – Trades) 22
3. Minimum Age (Trades) 18
4. Maximum Age (Trades) 26
5. Minimum Height (Qualification)
6. Minimum Educational Qualification: All applicants must have WASCE/GCE/NECO/NABTEB.
