Police recruitment confusion as PSC denies rumours, warns of imposters

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has moved to clear the air regarding ongoing confusion surrounding the recently concluded police recruitment exercise. In a statement issued Tuesday, the PSC addressed several false claims circulating online.

Debunking False Information:

The commission explicitly denied issuing statements on:

• Reviewing the list of successful candidates.
• Inviting successful candidates to a newly launched portal

Addressing Misinformation:

The PSC further debunked the following rumors:

• A requirement for candidates to print updated invitation slips.
• A set training commencement date (July 22nd, 2024).

The PSC attributed these falsehoods to “imposters” and urged candidates to disregard them.

Calling for Patience:

The statement advises candidates to be patient and wait for an official announcement from the PSC regarding the recruitment process.

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Warning Against Interference:

The PSC issued a stern warning to those spreading misinformation and attempting to undermine the recruitment process. The statement emphasized legal consequences for anyone caught interfering.

The statement reads, “The commission wishes to clarify that it has at no time issued any statement on (i) review of the list of successful candidates or (ii) inviting successful candidates to check their application on the newly launched portal.

“The commission has not at any time advised candidates to print any updated invitation slip and proceed to the Police Training Colleges. It has also not announced any date for the training programme, and the Monday, July 22nd 2024, date, bandied in social media, is just the imagination of the impostors.

“The commission wishes to advise candidates to be patient and await its official statement on the just concluded recruitment exercise.

“The PSC also warns these unrelenting impostors to steer clear of its activities, especially the recruitment exercise, and warns that anybody caught undermining the exercise will be dealt with in accordance with the law.”

Unresolved Issue:

While the PSC’s statement clarifies the specific rumors, it doesn’t address the larger issue of the delay in announcing a confirmed list of successful candidates and subsequent training details. This lack of information continues to create uncertainty for applicants.

Moving Forward:

Candidates should remain vigilant and rely solely on official PSC communications to avoid falling prey to misinformation. Transparency from the PSC regarding the next steps in the recruitment process would be crucial in alleviating ongoing anxiety amongst applicants.

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