The Chairman of the Bayelsa State Civil Service Commission, Mr. Perekiye Buruboyefe, has appealed to residents of the state to remain patient with the Governor Douye Diri-led Prosperity Administration, assuring them that more employment opportunities are on the way.
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Speaking during a live appearance on “Talk to Bayelsa,” the flagship program of Radio Bayelsa, Mr. Buruboyefe addressed key issues surrounding the recently conducted Computer-Based Test (CBT) for civil service recruitment and the Commission’s commitment to transparency and accountability throughout the process.
He disclosed that Governor Diri granted approval on March 3, 2025, for the recruitment of approximately 1,000 new officers into the state civil service. According to him, a total of 36,750 candidates participated in the CBT, and applicants who scored 60 and above would be shortlisted for the next stage, which includes a physical examination.
Mr. Buruboyefe acknowledged several challenges faced during the test. These included candidates’ failure to comply with examination guidelines previously published by the Commission, as well as discrepancies such as mismatched names and phone numbers submitted during registration.
He noted that these issues affected the smooth identification and verification processes during the exercise.
While many callers to the program commended the state government for initiating the recruitment process, others raised concerns over technical hitches experienced during the exam. Some called for greater transparency by allowing candidates access to their results, while a few demanded the outright cancellation of the CBT due to the glitches encountered.
In response, the Commission reiterated its commitment to conducting a credible, merit-driven recruitment exercise, and assured the public that the concerns raised would be duly addressed.
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