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Qualif8cations: MBBS/BDS from any NUC accredited University, Fellowship, Registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria and possesses Annual Practicing License.

General Requirements:

Nationality: Applicants must be Nigerian citizen by origin or by birth.
Age: Applicants must be between the ages of 20 and 30 years by 27 September 2025 *(25 - 40 YEARS FOR MEDICALCONSULTANTS)*. Please note the following:
Candidates born before 27 September 1995 are not eligible, while candidates born before 27 September 1985 are not eligible for medical consultants.
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.
Height: Applicants must not be less than 1.66m tall for males and not less than 1.63m tall for females.
Medical Fitness: Applicants must be medically, physically and psychologically fit and must meet the Nigerian Air Force medical and employment standards.
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.
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:
Two recent passport size photographs to be stamped and countersigned by officer of appropriate rank specified in Paragraph 6 (Bullet No. 6 from the top).
Original and photocopy of birth certificate or Declaration of Age.
Original and photocopy of educational/professional Certificates.
Original and photocopy of Indigeneship certificate from applicant’s Local Government/State of Origin.
Original and photocopy of Attestation to Good Character signed by Officer of appropriate rank as specified in Paragraph 6 (Bullet No. 6 from the top).

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RandomFellow:
Nigeria Military is not something you can just join. How old are you? Where did you school? Are you licenced to practice by the Nigeria Medical and Dental Council? Are you fit? Can you be a soldier?

Well you could also join as a civilian doctor; but your pay will not be as good as that of tour colleagues who are officers. Besides, the respect won't be there. I mean, you're a bloody civilian. When your colleague who is an officer comes, everyone will stand-up to salute. When you enter, no body will even greet you

lol… who told you our pay is good ?

You as a security personnel you will know better because you get more info on security matters than many of us, but my recommendation will be Akwa Ibom state of cross River state at least those are one of the safest states in Nigeria right now but anyone is free to add any other state he or she feels it's safe.

Hi Dr. TONYE001, please what are your thoughts on this?

Will this be a beneficial venture if Op decides to go this route?

Dynduhh:
I'm asking btw the Army, Navy or Air force... What sector is best for the time being

According to ranking/respect..the Nigerian Army comes first while Airforce is last... according to pay...the direct opposite is the case as corruption and hostile bosses happen to pin down opportunities in the Army, even career growth/development is stunted in the Army compared to the others.[b][/b][i][/i]

Dynduhh:
I'm asking btw the Army, Navy or Air force... What sector is best for the time being

Don't know much about the Air Force,

But the Navy and Army are both good, and it depends on your areas of specialization

TheOmoney:
According to ranking/respect..the Nigerian Army comes first while Airforce is last... according to pay...the direct opposite is the case as corruption and hostile bosses happen to pin down opportunities in the Army, even career growth/development is stunted in the Army compared to the others.[b][/b][i][/i]

Sir in the medical field it's not by rank and respect,
It's by specialization and experts

Blackdisciple:
You as a security personnel you will know better because you get more info on security matters than many of us, but my recommendation will be Akwa Ibom state of cross River state at least those are one of the safest states in Nigeria right now but anyone is free to add any other state he or she feels it's safe.

If it's by safest state , then how do he practice his work, won't it be dull for him over dia

Ahbi you want make those Akwa Ibom and Calabar Ladies with backyard wey Cho Cho Cho, show am workings😁

Dont
If you are already a consultant find a private hospital or open a practice

The Navy is much better
Less stressful
More welfare and good salary compare to othere ....

Follow by air force
Army you buy job..... If only you know

folake4u:
Hi Dr. TONYE001, please what are your thoughts on this?

Will this be a beneficial venture if Op decides to go this route?

Hi doc,

I think it all depends on what OP wants. I don't know so much about the career pathways of doctors in the military; but from general knowledge, I hear they start from a fairly high rank (? Lieutenant) and progress well.

I think he should do proper research, speak with colleagues on the path and get good counsel before going in.

My best wishes are for him.

TONYE001:
Hi doc,

I think it all depends on what OP wants. I don't know so much about the career pathways of doctors in the military; but from general knowledge, I hear they start from a fairly high range (? Lieutenant) and progress well.

I think he should do proper research, speak with colleagues on the path and get good counsel before going in.

My best wishes are for him.

Thank you for responding. Much appreciated.

Dogalmighty17:
I don't think the army accepts just about anyone to be a military doctor. You didn't go through NDA and the army considers combat training a core component of the training of all its cadets.
Your training as a medical doctor is one thing. The ability to hold your nerves in an active theatre of combat is another thing.

However, if you must, the army requires that you are registered and up to date with the qualifications any doctor needs to practice in Nigeria. You mentioned that you are a consultant. If you are less than 40 years of age, then the army will welcome you.

What are you saying?

Who told you they have MBBS as a course in NDA?

Who told you Army doctors are combatants?

Dynduhh:
Good evening everyone

I've been a consultant doctor for few years in Sierra Leone but I'm thinking of joining the Nigerian military. I would love to raise my kids back home. Please which area should I consider. All answers will be duly appreciated. I'm Nigerian by the way. Thank you

Wait for DSSC form and apply.
If you're a consultant, you'll be commusioned with the rank of a major. Your service year is limited tho I think 15 years after which you have to convert to direct regular commisoning if you wish to continue your career.