Nigerian Government Vows to Take Action as JAMB Uncovers 3,000 Fake Graduates and Illegal

The Federal Government of Nigeria has confirmed that an investigation has commenced after JAMB uncovered 3,000 alleged fake graduates.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has confirmed an investigation into 3,000 alleged fake graduates recently uncovered by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).

Tanko Sununu, the Minister of State for Education, revealed that a panel had investigated degree racketeering in foreign and private universities. Certificate racketeering has become a common issue in Nigeria’s educational system, as reported by Legit.ng.

In Abuja, the federal government announced that the probe into these fake graduates is ongoing.

Minister Sununu, speaking to The Nation on Sunday, July 7, vowed that those found guilty would be prosecuted for forgery.

The 3,000 fake graduates are reportedly part-time candidates who forged their admission to appear as regular students, allowing them to participate in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

JAMB has been working to ensure transparency in its admissions process, leading to the discovery of these fake graduates and illegal certificates.

Reacting to JAMB’s findings, Minister Sununu explained that the panel’s report on degree racketeering in foreign and private universities is complete. He clarified that the fake graduates were part-timers who illegally gained entry into regular programs.

“Investigation is ongoing and those identified will be prosecuted accordingly,” Sununu stated.

“The 3,000 are part-time candidates who forged their admission to be regular students just to participate in the NYSC. The basis of their alleged crime is forgery, which is a punishable offense. The ministry will ensure that all due processes are followed to prosecute those involved.”

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SOURCES: ALLSCHOOL, LEGIT.NG