BABCOCK UNIVERSITY DISCLAIMS FRAUDULENT “HONORARY CERTIFICATE” CIRCULATING ONLINE

Chika Kelvin Chimezie Jun 30, 2026 2 min read 0

The attention of Babcock University has been drawn to the circulation of fraudulent documents by certain individuals falsely claiming to have affiliations with, and possessing honorary certificates and academic distinctions purportedly issued by the University.

One such document is a purported “Honorary Certificate” allegedly issued by the Babcock University Biochemistry Computer Club to ODERHOHWO JOSEPH EFE for achieving a “First Class Upper”.

Babcock University unequivocally states that this document is false, unauthorized, and does not emanate from the University.

For the Avoidance of Doubt:

Babcock University does not issue “Honorary Certificates” in recognition of undergraduate academic performance.

Academic excellence, including the award of First Class Honours, is formally recognized only through the University’s official degree certificate and academic transcript issued by the Office of the Registrar.

There is no academic classification or degree known to Babcock University as “First Class Upper”. The recognized classification is First Class Honours.

Warning to the Public and Disclaimer

Members of the public, employers, educational institutions, professional bodies, government agencies, and international organizations are therefore advised to disregard any such document or any similar certificate purportedly issued by Babcock University outside its established academic processes.

The University further warns that any person knowingly producing, presenting, circulating, or using forged or unauthorized academic documents in an attempt to obtain employment, admission, promotion, professional recognition, immigration benefits, or any other advantage, whether within Nigeria or abroad, may be liable to investigation and prosecution by the appropriate law enforcement agencies in accordance with applicable laws relating to forgery, fraud, and the falsification of academic records.

Babcock University also reserves the right to institute appropriate civil and criminal proceedings against any individual, group, or organization that unlawfully uses or misrepresents the University’s name, logo, seal, academic credentials, or any document purporting to originate from the University without authorization.

Accordingly, all persons responsible for the production, issuance, circulation, or use of the fraudulent certificate and any similar unauthorized documents are hereby directed to immediately cease and desist from such unlawful acts. The University will not hesitate to pursue all available legal remedies to protect the integrity of its academic credentials and institutional reputation.

Verification of Credentials

The public is encouraged to verify the authenticity of any Babcock University academic credential through the Office of the Registrar before relying on such documents for any official purpose.

Signed:

Babcock University Management.

Written by Chika Kelvin Chimezie

I'm Chika Kelvin Chimezie popularly known as K3lvinsmart. A Medic, passion for academic excellence, loves writing and other extra curricular activities like sports, and dancing.