To address the increasing problem of fake degree certificates, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has made a strong decision.
They’re now asking graduates from nearby countries such as Benin and Togo to provide a master list.
This means they want to check a comprehensive list before accepting these graduates into their programs. It’s like a step they’re taking seriously to make sure that people coming from these countries have genuine qualifications.
This move by the NYSC shows that they are taking a careful approach to deal with the issue of fake degrees. They specifically want to focus on graduates from Benin and Togo because there have been concerns about the number of fake certificates from these places.
The master list requirement is a way for NYSC to carefully examine and confirm the authenticity of the qualifications presented by graduates from these neighboring countries.
In essence, the NYSC is trying to be proactive and careful in dealing with the problem of fake degrees. They want to make sure that only real qualifications are accepted in their programs.
So, by introducing the master list requirement, they are taking steps to verify and ensure the legitimacy of degrees, especially from places where there might be a higher risk of fake certificates.
During a meeting in Abuja with Registrars of Foreign Corps Producing Institutions, the Director General of NYSC, Brigadier General YD Ahmed, emphasized the significance of regular contact with institutions both in Nigeria and abroad.
He highlighted the importance of the pre-mobilization workshop, which fosters discussions with stakeholders to enhance the mobilization process.
The DG acknowledged that while Nigerian institutions enjoy a robust interface with NYSC management, the same cannot be said for schools outside Nigeria, particularly those in border countries like Benin Republic, Togo, Niger, Cameroon, and Ghana.
Reflecting on NYSC’s 50th-anniversary celebration, the DG stressed the organization’s commitment to promoting unity and cohesion, both nationally and globally.
He expressed the firm intention to impose sanctions on any institution persisting in fraudulent practices.
To address the challenges, the DG urged federal ministries of education and foreign affairs to initiate pre-exit documentation for students pursuing higher studies abroad.
This documentation aims to track students’ travel history and the duration spent in foreign countries for degree acquisition.
The DG expressed optimism that the comprehensive implementation of resolutions, including those made during the meeting, would have a positive impact on the mobilization process.
