The Federal Ministry of Education has fully automated the evaluation and authentication of academic certificates, removing the need for applicants to visit the Ministry in person.
Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa, said the reform is a key component of the Federal Government’s digital transformation agenda and aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
Under the new system, applicants can complete the entire credential evaluation and authentication process online through the ministry’s dedicated portal.
The initiative is designed to cut bureaucratic delays, speed up processing, enhance transparency and provide more convenient services to Nigerians at home and abroad.
Dr Alausa explained that the automation will strengthen the integrity and credibility of Nigeria’s academic certification system. It will also enable institutions, employers, and other stakeholders to verify qualifications through a more structured and reliable process.
The minister reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to leveraging technology to modernise education governance, improve institutional efficiency, and deliver citizen-centred services.
Applicants were advised to use the official credential evaluation and authentication platform at essverify.education.gov.ng. Enquiries can be directed to [email protected].