The Sokoto State Government has recently announced the third batch of successful candidates for the 2025 Sokoto State Civil Service Recruitment. This exciting news was shared by the dedicated Sokoto State Recruitment Committee, established by the esteemed Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto, to manage the entire recruitment process.
With the unveiling of this latest list, an additional 1,000 candidates have been chosen, bringing the total number of newly hired civil servants to 3,000. This marks the completion of the recruitment process as approved by the Sokoto State Government, following the successful employment of 2,000 candidates in the initial two batches.
What the Release of the Third Batch Signifies
It is important for candidates to understand that the unveiling of the third batch list of successful candidates means that the 2025 civil service recruitment by the Sokoto State Government has now concluded. Those whose names appear on this list have been officially selected for positions within various ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) in the state.
This announcement signifies the Sokoto State Government’s commitment to enhancing public service delivery by filling the gap in civil service personnel.
Crucial Instructions for all Successful Candidates
The Recruitment Committee has issued vital instructions to all successful candidates from the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd batches. It is mandatory for all successful applicants to visit the employment portal and reprint their selection slip. To accomplish this, candidates must log in using their Reference Number and obtain a clear hard copy of the Selection Slip.
It is imperative to note that screenshots, scanned images, or copies on mobile phones will not be accepted. Only printed slips will be acknowledged during the subsequent stage of the recruitment process.
Sokoto State Civil Service Recruitment Portal
All the recruitment activities since from the application to the current stage are being done through the Sokoto State employment portal:
https://employment.sokotostate.gov.ng
The government has also warned applicants to stay away from unofficial websites or individuals claiming to secure them employment by paying them. The employment process is free.
Document Submission and Verification Details
Successful candidates will be required to present their selection slip and other required documents at the Office of the State Head of Service, Usman Faruku Secretariat on a date for this physical verification exercise to be announced in due course.
You are to come along with the following documents:
- Printed Selection Slip
- Original and photocopies of academic certificates.
- Photocopies of other documents
The above documents will be used to verify information submitted during the application stage. Candidates are advised to make sure that all documents are accurate, complete, and the same with their application records to avoid disqualification.
Check Your Email for Further Updates
Applicants will be communicated through their email addresses supplied during the online application. Instruction on the verification dates, posting, and other next steps will be sent directly to candidates via email and through their dashboards.
You are advised not to be relying on unverified social media information which are a times misinformation. For accurate updates, candidates should monitor official announcements from the Sokoto State Government and the recruitment committee.
Official Statement and Signatory
The announcement was signed by Barr. Gandi Umar Muhammad, mni, Secretary of the State Recruitment Committee. His office confirmed that the recruitment exercise has been completed successfully in line with the state government’s approval and guidelines.
What Happens Next for Successful Candidates?
After the completion of documents verification and screening, candidates will receive further instructions on posting, orientation, and resumption of duty.
The civil service commission wishes to inform those applicants who were not successful in the recruitment that they should continue to follow the State Government employment portal for future opportunities.
Official Statement
The announcement was signed by Barr. Gandi Umar Muhammad, mni, Secretary of the State Recruitment Committee. His office confirmed that the recruitment exercise has been completed successfully in line with the state government’s approval and guidelines.
