By Bayo Olupohunda Ruth Okwumbu
The Lagos state government is set to employ new workers who will fill vacant positions in the teaching serviceThe portal has been opened for a limited time, and qualified Nigerians are encouraged to shoot their shotThe Teaching Service Commission has assured that it will ensure equal opportunities to all in its recruitment
Ruth Okwumbu-Imafidon, a journalist with Legit.ng, has over a decade of experience in business reporting across digital and mainstream media.
The Lagos State Government has announced that it has commenced recruitment into the Teaching Service Commission.
In line with this announcement, the recruitment portal has been reactivated and opened for a limited time.
Chairman of the Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), Mrs. Victoria Mopelola Peregrino, announced at a press briefing that the portal will not only improve access to employment opportunities but also promote equity and fairness in the teaching workforce.
Peregrino promised that the recruitment will be aligned with the state employment policies and digital transformation agenda.
How long will the application portal be open?
According to Peregrino, the portal will only be open for a limited time from Tuesday, July 1, 2025, to Monday, July 14, 2025.
Peregrino explained that the portal has a user-friendly interface and inclusivity features for people living with disabilities.
She noted that the portal is the centralized platform for submitting applications for entry into the state government鈥檚 teaching jobs.
It also has data-driven insights that the state government will apply to workforce planning.
鈥淭his initiative aligns with the broader goals of the State’s employment policies and digital transformation agenda. It will serve not only as a teacher鈥檚 replacement platform, but also as a data-driven tool to assist workforce planning and evidence-based policymaking鈥.
Requirements and link to apply
She called on interested Nigerians to apply for the jobs, noting that they are for entry-level (GL08) roles.
Applicants must have the following
Original O’ level Results (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB) and certificate;Original Degree Certificate (in Education);NYSC Discharge/ Exemption/ Exclusion Certificate
The Teaching Service Commission has stressed that the Notification or Statement of Result will not be accepted.
To apply, click the link and submit your application.
Peregrino assured that the Lagos State Teaching Service Commission is committed to creating an inclusive, transparent, and accessible environment for residents to apply for jobs and build sustainable careers.
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The job vacancies are for 9 departments, and interested and qualified candidates who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply.
CFCFIB begins recruitment
In related news, the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire, and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) on Monday, June 23, declared a nationwide recruitment.
Legit.ng reported that this exercise will cover the four paramilitary agencies under its supervision.
The board noted that applicants must be Nigerian citizens between the ages of 18 and 35 and must meet minimum physical and medical standards.
Source: Legit.ng