GENERAL LAGBAJA EXIT; OTHERS WHO DIED WHILE SERVING AS COAS

 The role of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) holds great significance in Nigeria’s military history, serving as the pinnacle position for the head of the Nigerian Army since 1966. Before this time, the professional leader of the army was designated as the General Officer Commanding, Nigerian Army (GOCNA). Since the shift in 1980, the COAS position has reported directly to the Chief of Defence Staff, who stands as the head of the Nigerian Armed Forces. Appointed by the President, the COAS is typically the most senior officer, tasked with shaping strategies and policies that uphold national security and operational readiness.

Currently, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede serves as the acting Chief of Army Staff, following the untimely passing of Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja. His death announced earlier today has left many Nigerians in shock.However there are other COAS that died while serving too.

Chiefs of Army Staff Who died while in Service

Joseph Akahan (1967)

Joseph Akahan was appointed COAS at just 30, during the turbulent period of the Nigerian Civil War. Despite his youth, he took on his duties with a fierce sense of purpose, even visiting the frontlines in Nsukka to support his troops. Following a brief rest in his hometown of Gboko, Akahan set off to Makurdi, but tragedy struck when his helicopter crashed en route, taking his life and that of two other servicemen. His death was a tremendous blow to the army at a time when the nation’s future hung in the balance.

Ibrahim Attahiru (2021)

Lieutenant General Ibrahim Attahiru’s appointment in January 2021 came at a crucial moment for Nigeria’s security. With his leadership came hope for stability, as the nation was facing heightened security concerns. Just months into his term, Attahiru’s life was cut short when his plane crashed while he was on an official mission from Abuja to Kaduna. The crash, caused by severe weather, killed Attahiru and 10 others, leaving the nation in shock. His death symbolized the ongoing risks that accompany military leadership, particularly during times of crisis.

Federal Inland Revenue Service Recruitment of Tax Officers (Officer I and Officer II)

The Federal Inland Revenue Service is the agency responsible for assessing, collecting and accounting for tax and other revenues accruing to the Federal Government of Nigeria

The FIRS is recruiting Tax officers into it workforce 

Qualification: Degree or HND First Class or 2:1 Second Class Upper.

You must be born after 1996

LIMITED DISCIPLINE RELATED TO TAXATION allowed to apply 

NAF DSSC FORM 2024 IS OUT.

The Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) is a type of commission in the NAF which is open to both civilians and serving military personnel. The Course provides the avenue for the enlistment of degree holders who are professionals in specified fields. Training period for this type of commission is usually 6 months of intensive military training and successful candidates are commissioned into the rank of Flying Officer.



Online Registration starts on 14 October 2024 and closes on 26 November 2024.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS


1. Nationality: Applicants must be Nigerian citizen by origin or by birth.

2. Age: Applicants must be between the ages of 20 and 30 years by 27 September 2025 (25 - 40 years for Medical Consultants). Please note the following:

a. Candidates born before 27 September 1995 are not eligible, while candidates born before 27 September 1985 are not eligible for medical consultants.

b. The Exercise is not for serving personnel desiring Branch Commission. Therefore, personnel above 30 years of age (born before 27 September 1995) are not to apply.

3. Height: Applicants must not be less than 1.66m tall for males and not less than 1.63m tall for females.

4. Medical Fitness: Applicants must be medically, physically and psychologically fit and must meet the Nigerian Air Force medical and employment standards.

5. Local Government Area Attestation Form: Applicants’ Local Government Area Attestation Form must be signed by a military officer from the same State as the applicants and not below the rank of Wing Commander in the Nigerian Air Force or equivalent in the Nigerian Army and Nigerian Navy or a Police Officer of the rank of Assistant Commissioner and above, or Local Government Chairman/Secretary, Magistrate and Principals of Secondary Schools attended by applicants can also sign the Attestation Form. The Local Government Area Attestation Form must be accompanied by the passport photograph and photocopy of the signees’ Drivers Licence or National ID Card or International Passport. The signee is also to authenticate behind the applicants’ passport photograph.

6. Presentation of Original Credentials: Successful applicants are required to submit their original credentials for scrutiny at the Selection Board Interview Exercise. The credentials include the following:

a. Two recent passport size photographs to be stamped and countersigned by officer of appropriate rank specified in Paragraph 6.

b. Original and photocopy of birth certificate or Declaration of Age.

c. Original and photocopy of educational/professional Certificates.

d. Original and photocopy of Indigeneship certificate from applicant’s Local Government/State of Origin.

e. Original and photocopy of Attestation to Good Character signed by Officer of appropriate rank as specified in paragraph 6.

7. Any applicant suspected to have impersonated or submitted false document(s) shall be disqualified from the Selection Exercise. Also, any false declaration detected later may lead to withdrawal from training. Such applicants will be handed over to the Nigeria Police for prosecution. The Nigerian Air Force will not entertain any enquiries in respect of applicants whose applications have been rejected. Interested applicants are to note that the online registration is FREE OF CHARGE. Applicants are required to fill in valid email addresses and telephone numbers in the appropriate spaces provided in the Application Form.

8. Application Form: On completion of the application forms, applicants must print out the underlisted documents:

a. Acknowledgment Form.

b. Parent/Guardians Consent Form.

c. Local Government Area Attestation Form.

9. Invitation for Interview: Successful applicants would be invited for Selection Board Interview Exercise through the portal, www.nafrecruitment.airforce.mil.ng. In addition to this, email and phone numbers could be used as deemed necessary.

How to Japa into Tech from Any Career: A No-Cap Guide for Gen Zs

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Introducing  Tech Series on my blog, yeah this is Still Afomic, stay calm and don't go away.

How to Japa into Tech from Any Career: A No-Cap Guide for Gen Zs

So, you’re looking at tech like “Omo, this thing dey hot o, but I no get tech background.” Relax, no wahala. Whether you’re coming from banking, education, defense, or even slinging jollof at a party, the tech space is wide open, and guess what? There's room for everyone!

We’re in an era where breaking into tech doesn’t require you to be born with a laptop in hand. It's more about the mindset and hustle. Let’s gist on how you, yes you, can break into tech from whatever background you have—no stress, no drama, just pure vibes and hard work.

Why Enter Tech in the First Place?

Look, tech is the future, abeg. If you’ve been paying attention, you already know it’s the real deal. Whether it’s the mad salaries, the remote work life (because who wants to be stuck in Lagos traffic for hours?), or the sheer variety of career paths, tech’s got you covered. Plus, tech jobs are always in demand. No be only software engineers them dey find, there’s space for everyone.

1. Find Your Existing Talents

Before you start downloading coding apps, calm down. You likely already have skills that’ll serve you well in tech. Let’s break it down:

• Project Management: If you’ve managed any team or organized any event, you’re already halfway to becoming a product manager or scrum master.
• Customer Service: If you’ve ever dealt with annoying customers, well done! Tech companies are always looking for people in customer success or support.
• Research Skills: Whether you’ve worked in education, finance, or anything that involved researching, this can translate into data analysis, cybersecurity, or even UX research.

Write down everything you know how to do. Trust me, something will match with tech. Just connect the dots, no be rocket science.

2. Choose a Path that Feels Right

Tech is like that buffet at your cousin's wedding—plenty options. No need to chop everything. Find what works for you:

• Software Development: Love solving puzzles? Enjoy figuring things out? Software dev might be your plug. Languages like Python or JavaScript are cool places to start.
• Data Science: If you like working with numbers and data, this field is calling your name. The money here is sweet too!
• UX/UI Design: Got a creative side? UX/UI is all about making apps and websites look dope and work well.
• Tech Sales: Not everyone has to code. If you’ve got the gift of gab and can sell anything, tech companies need salespeople too.

Choose one, no need to stress yourself about learning everything.

3. Start Learning the Tech Stuff

Omo, the internet is your bestie. You don’t even need to pay big money to learn tech skills. Platforms like freeCodeCamp, Coursera, or Udemy have free/cheap courses that will take you from zero to hero. You just need your phone and data:

• Code/Dev: Learn Python, JavaScript, or HTML/CSS.
• Data Science: Tools like R, SQL, or even Excel.
• Design: YouTube is your friend for learning tools like Figma or Adobe XD.

And if you want to level up faster, consider joining a bootcamp (like ALX Africa if you’re feeling fancy). But for real, just start small and keep building. Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither is your tech career.

Nigerian Army Successful candidates for Short Service Combatant Course 48/2025

 Nigerian Army have picked candidates for Short Service Combatant Course 48/2025 to attend a  Selection Board via reporting to  Nigerian Defence Academy Old site, Kaduna State on 14 October 2024.

UK Military is recruiting from CommonWealth Countries right now !

The application window will be open to candidates from the Commonwealth on 19th August 2024 at 0700hrs (UK Time (UTC + 1)) for up to 1 week.

PLEASE NOTE: Applications received outside of this window will be rejected.

Only applicants that apply for ‘available roles’ will be considered, so you must be applying for one of the following:

Musician


Royal Electrical


Mechanical Engineering roles


Royal Engineers Technician and Tradesman roles


Paratrooper

Applications MUST be linked to the Recruit Bounty Referral Scheme. 

The Army Recruit Bounty Scheme rewards serving soldiers for encouraging their friends and family to consider and apply to join the Army. A cash reward is paid for each new soldier that begins basic training that they have referred.

If you are applying to join the Army from the Commonwealth from 19 August 2024 until the window closes, you must have been referred by someone already serving in the Army through this scheme.

Recruit Bounty Scheme

NDA 76 REGULAR COURSE FINAL LIST RELEASED

 The 76RC AFSB Final List is out

What it means to be a reserve candidate on NDA RC final List

 

Nigerian Defence Academy 76rc final list...

When someone is marked as a "reserve" in the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) admission list, it means that:

1. They have passed the entrance examination and other selection processes.

2. They have not been immediately admitted into the NDA due to limited available spaces.

3. They are placed on a waiting list, in case any of the admitted candidates fail to accept their admission or are unable to complete their documentation.

Nigerian Army Short Service Combatant Commission Course 48/2025: Application Now Open

The Nigerian Army invites eligible Nigerians to apply for commission into the Nigerian Army (NA) as Short Service Combatant (SSC) Commission officers. This opportunity is open to both civilians and serving military personnel. Notably, only serving military personnel sponsored by any Armed Forces service branch will be considered. After completing their training and commissioning, SSC officers will serve in the Combat Arms (Infantry and Armour Corps) and Combat Support Arms (Artillery, Engineers, Signals, and Intelligence Corps) of the Nigerian Army.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Citizenship: Be a Nigerian citizen by birth as defined in the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 as amended.
• Age: Be between the ages of 23 and 27 by January 2025.
• Fitness: Be medically, mentally, and physically fit according to Nigerian Army standards.
• Character: Be recommended by at least two recognizable referees, either a Local Government Chairman/Secretary or an officer of the Armed Forces not below the rank of a Lieutenant Colonel (or equivalent) or an Assistant Commissioner of Police from the applicant's state of origin. Referees’ passport photographs must be attached to the attestation letter.

• Educational Qualification: Possess at least a first degree with not less than a Second Class Lower Division or an HND with not less than Lower Credit in arts, sciences, or humanities from an accredited institution. The course of study must be accredited at the time of study.
• Height: Be at least 1.68m tall for males and 1.65m for females.
• Conduct: Must not have been convicted by any court of law or have any disciplinary case if serving military personnel, with endorsement by the Commanding Officer/Commander.
• Other Requirements: Valid birth certificate, state of origin certificate, NYSC discharge or exemption certificate, and valid post-secondary academic credentials obtained from 2014 onward. Candidates must also present valid contact addresses and telephone numbers of parents/guardians and next of kin.

Conditions of Service

• Duration: SSC is granted for 15 years, with 10 years on the active list (initial bonding period), renewable for a period not exceeding 5 years. No extension will be granted beyond the fifteenth year except on conversion to regular combatant commission where applicable.
• Commissioning Rank: Officer cadets who successfully complete military training will be commissioned as Second Lieutenants, effective from the commencement of cadet training.
• Conversion: SSC officers may apply to convert to a Regular Combatant Commission based on available vacancies and other criteria.

NDA 76 REGULAR COURSE AFSB LIST RELSEASED.

 

Click the link below to download the list of candidates invited for interview for the 76 Regular Course Armed Forces Selection Board at the Nigerian Defence academy.

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DOWNLOAD NDA UPDATED COMPENDIUM 2012-2023 FOR FREE

 Applying for the Nigerian Defence Academy  Regular Course Exam?

NDA RC ENTRANCE EXAM ADAPT TO COMPUTER BASED TEST FOR THE FIRST TIME.

 

Unlike Previous Regular Course Intake where the NDA Entrance Exam is CBT.

Due to the many reforms going on at the academy.

The Entrance Exam is no longer the traditional OMR shading sheet but a Computer Based Exam.

NIGERIAN ARMY IS RECRUITING GRADUATES (DSSC)28/2024

DIRECT SHORT SERVICE COMMISSION COURSE 28/2024

 

NIGERIAN ARMY

1.      Applications are invited from eligible Nigerians for commission into the Nigerian Army (NA) as Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) officers. The DSSC is open to both civilians and serving military personnel. Only serving military personnel sponsored to civil institutions by any of the Services of the Nigerian Armed Forces shall be considered.

CORPS AND SERVICES

2.      Applications should be into any of the following Corps and Services of the NA:

a.      Nigerian Army Engineers.  Applicants must possess a minimum of BSc (Eng), B Eng (Second Class Lower) degree, or HND (Lower Credit) in any of the following areas: Land Surveyor, Structural Engineering, Architecture, and Building Engineering/ Technology, Estate Management, Civil Engineering, GIS/Survey. Such academic fields must be registered with the Nigerian Society of Engineers and Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) or regulating professional bodies.

b.   Nigerian Army Signals. Applicants must possess a minimum of BSc, B Tech,            B Engr (Second Class Lower) degree or HND (Lower Credit) in any of the following areas: Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cyber Security, Software Developer, Software Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Control Security Engineering, Network Designer and Engineering, UAV Pilot, Geographic Information Systems Engineering, Microwave Engineering, Database Management Engineering and Administrator, Project Manager Engineering and System Control Engineering, Satellite Communication Engineering.

c.   Nigerian Army Intelligence Corps.  Applicants must possess a minimum of BSc, B Eng, B Tech, BA (Second Class Lower) degree or HND (Lower Credit) in any of the following areas: History, Linguistics, Computational Linguistics, Peace and Conflict Analysis, Political Science/International and Public Relations, Computer Science, Information Technology Systems, Digital/Computer Forensics, Cyber/Network Security, Network Engineering, GIS/GEOINT, Data Science, Geospatial Intelligence, Psychology, French, Arabic, Local Language Experts (Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba, Fulfulde and Kanuri), Data Analyst, Social Media Specialist, and Digital Forensics/Forensic Analysis.

d.  Nigerian Army Corps of Supply and Transport.    Applicants must possess a minimum of BSc, BA (Second Class Lower) degree or HND (Lower Credit) in any of the following areas: Petrochemical Engineering, Dieticians, Food and Nutrition, Automotive Engineering, Logistics Management, Railway Operations Management, Shipping and Supply Chain Management. A good working experience will be an added advantage.