The Digest:
The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) has officially disowned the Bachelor of Science degree certificate presented by Minister of Science and Technology Uche Nnaji, confirming he never completed his studies at the institution. This follows a Premium Times investigation revealing Nnaji as a “serial forger” who fabricated both his university degree and NYSC certificates, using them to gain political and career advantages for decades.
Key Points:
- UNN confirmed Minister Uche Nnaji never graduated and was never issued a degree.
- NYSC previously declared his national service certificate “strange” and unauthentic.
- Investigation revealed Nnaji’s NYSC certificate contained multiple anachronisms and errors.
- The document showed a 13-month service period instead of the statutory 12 months.
- The certificate bore the signature of an official who wasn’t in office when it was issued.
- Nnaji claimed to have started youth service three months before allegedly graduating.
- The minister has not responded to multiple requests for comment since January 2024.
Sources: Premium Times
