The Nigerian Army has released detailed instructions for candidates participating in its upcoming Selection Board exercise, warning that failure to comply with the directives could lead to automatic disqualification.
According to a statement issued on Sunday, candidates are expected to arrive in Kaduna on November 30, 2025, and report to the Selection Board venue between 6:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on December 1, 2025. “Candidates who arrive after 11 a.m. on 1 December 2025 will be automatically disqualified,” the Army cautioned.
The statement outlined an extensive list of documents and materials candidates must bring along.
These include original and photocopies of academic and professional certificates, NYSC discharge or exemption certificates, a valid birth certificate, certificate of state of origin, BVN printout, NIN slip, and all completed forms from the SSCC portal.
Other required items include writing materials, blue shorts, white T-shirts, white canvas shoes, toiletries, beddings, full-size coloured photographs, and scratch cards for checking WAEC or NECO results.
The Army also directed parents or guardians to provide a “duly signed Letter of Consent” issued by a recognised court of law, affirming they will not seek compensation for injury or death that may occur during the exercise.
The selection process will involve several stages, including document screening, physical and medical examinations, academic tests, and an oral interview.
Any alteration on documents, the Army warned, will render them invalid.
While candidates will be provided accommodation and feeding throughout the exercise, they are responsible for their transportation to and from the venue.
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The use of private vehicles and visits from outsiders have been banned for the entire duration.
Reiterating its emphasis on discipline, the Army stressed that any candidate who violates instructions at any stage will be disqualified.
It further noted that, given the military nature of the exercise, it will not be held liable for any injuries or fatalities recorded.
“A high standard of discipline is expected from all candidates… Due to the military nature of the exercise, the Nigerian Army shall not be liable for any injuries or deaths recorded,” the statement signed by Samuel Omotere concluded.