The Lagos State Government has announced the commencement of a new recruitment exercise into the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Corps (LNSC), as part of efforts to strengthen grassroots security and enhance community policing across the state.
The recruitment, coordinated by the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Agency (LNSA), is open to qualified Nigerians who are willing to serve as Neighbourhood Safety Officers in communities across the state’s local government areas.
According to the agency, the exercise is aimed at increasing the manpower of the corps to enable it to respond more effectively to security challenges, protect lives and property, and support other security agencies in maintaining law and order at the community level.
The LNSC, a uniformed security outfit established by the Lagos State Government, plays a key role in intelligence gathering, neighbourhood surveillance and early warning reporting, particularly at the grassroots.
Available Position
• Position: Neighbourhood Safety Officer
• Cadre: Group B
• Location: Lagos State
• Employment Type: Full-time
Eligibility and Requirements
Applicants interested in joining the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Corps must meet the following conditions:
• Must be a Nigerian citizen
• Must possess a minimum of five (5) credit passes in WASSCE, NECO, GCE or NABTEB, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings
• Higher qualifications such as OND, NCE, HND or university degree will be an added advantage
• Must be physically, mentally and medically fit
• Must be of good character and free from any criminal record
• Must be within the approved age bracket as stated on the recruitment portal
Minimum height requirement applies for both male and female applicants
• Applicants must not be financially embarrassed and must be willing to serve anywhere in Lagos State
The agency noted that applicants with knowledge of local communities, ability to communicate in indigenous languages and basic security awareness may have an added advantage.
Recruitment Process
The recruitment exercise will be conducted in stages, which include:
1. Online application
2. Shortlisting of qualified candidates
3. Screening and verification of credentials
4. Physical and medical assessments
5. Final selection and training
Only candidates who successfully pass all stages will be considered for appointment.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants are advised to apply online only through the official Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Agency portal.
Apply here:
https://lnsa.lg.gov.ng
Applicants are required to:
• Complete the online application form accurately
• Upload relevant credentials and identification documents
• Submit the application and keep a copy of the acknowledgement slip
Important Notice
The Lagos State Government warned applicants to beware of fraudsters, stressing that the recruitment exercise is free of charge and that no individual or group has been authorised to collect money on behalf of the agency.
The government added that only shortlisted candidates would be contacted through official communication channels for further instructions.
Background
The Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Corps was established to complement existing security agencies by providing
community-based intelligence and surveillance services. The corps operates at the ward and local government levels, helping to detect and prevent crime through close interaction with residents.
The latest recruitment drive is part of the state’s broader strategy to improve security architecture and ensure safer communities across Lagos.