Babcock Disowns Fake Certificates Shared by Carter Efe, Threatens Legal Action

Babcock University has distanced itself from academic certificates shared online by Nigerian comedian and content creator Carter Efe, declaring that the documents are fake and were never issued by the institution.

The university's reaction follows social media posts in which Carter Efe claimed he graduated with a First Class degree in Biochemistry from Babcock University and described himself as the best graduating student in his set. He shared what he presented as academic certificates while responding to the viral "Olodo Uprising" trend, which has seen social media users mock the educational backgrounds of celebrities.

However, in a public notice, Babcock University categorically rejected the documents, stating that it had uncovered a forged "Honorary Certificate" purportedly issued to an individual for attaining a "First Class Upper" distinction.

The university said no such certificate was issued by the institution and stressed that the academic classification referenced in the document does not exist within its system.

According to the university, it does not issue honorary certificates to recognise undergraduate academic performance. It explained that academic excellence is recognised only through officially issued degree certificates and academic transcripts processed by the Office of the Registrar.

Babcock further clarified that its recognised undergraduate classification is "First Class Honours," not "First Class Upper."

The institution urged employers, educational institutions, government agencies, professional bodies and members of the public to disregard any unauthorised academic documents bearing its name that were not issued through its established academic processes.

It also warned that anyone involved in producing, distributing, presenting or using forged academic credentials could face investigation, prosecution and other legal consequences under applicable laws.

The university added that it is prepared to pursue both civil and criminal legal action against any individual or group found to have misrepresented its name, logo, official seal or academic credentials.

Babcock advised members of the public to verify any certificate purportedly issued by the institution through the Office of the Registrar before relying on it for employment, admission or any official purpose.

The comedian has yet to publicly respond to the university's statement.