Babcock University has reacted after Nigerian content creator and skit maker Carter Efe shared a certificate online claiming he graduated from the institution with a first-class degree in Biochemistry.
The entertainer had posted what appeared to be an academic certificate online, suggesting he graduated with what was described as a “First Class Upper.”
However, in a statement issued by the university’s management on Monday, June 29, Babcock clarified that the certificate being circulated was not issued by the institution.
According to the school, the document, titled “Honorary Certificate” and allegedly issued by the “Babcock University Biochemistry Computer Club,” does not exist within its academic system.
The institution further explained that it does not issue honorary certificates to recognise undergraduate academic performance, clarifying that academic excellence is officially recognised only through degree certificates and transcripts issued by the Office of the Registrar.
The university also pointed out another discrepancy in the document, namely the phrase “First Class Upper,” noting that this is not among its recognised academic classifications.
According to Babcock, the correct designation used by the institution is “First Class Honours.”
In light of the incident, Babcock University took the opportunity to caution the public against relying on unauthorised academic documents, advising employers, professional bodies, government agencies and members of the public to verify academic credentials through the Office of the Registrar before accepting them for official purposes.
The institution further warned that anyone found producing, circulating or using forged academic documents could face investigation and prosecution under applicable Nigerian laws relating to forgery and fraud, adding that legal action could also be taken against individuals or organisations found unlawfully using the institution’s name, logo, seal or academic credentials.
See the post below:
🚨 FRAUD ALERT 🚨
Babcock University warns public of forged certificates in circulation, including fake “Honorary” ones with a non-existent “First Class Upper” classification.
We DO NOT issue such documents. “First Class Upper” doesn’t exist here.
Legal action underway. pic.twitter.com/4g91pTcvwo
— Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Nigeria (@Babcock_Univ) June 29, 2026
