The Federal Government has officially released a list of recognized universities in Togo and Benin Republic. This move is part of ongoing efforts to guide Nigerian students and their parents in making informed decisions about pursuing higher education abroad.
The recognition ensures that degrees obtained from these institutions will be valid and recognized by Nigerian authorities.
Recognized Universities in Togo:
- Université de Lomé
- Université de Kara
- Institut National de la Statistique et des Études Économiques
Recognized Universities in Benin Republic:
1. Universite D’abomey-Calavi
2. Universite De Parakou
3. Universite Nationale Des Sciences, Technologis Ingenierie Et Mathematiques
4. Universite Nationale D’ Agriculture
5. Universite Africaine De Devlopment Cooperatif
Students are advised to verify the accreditation status of these institutions before enrolling. This recognition is crucial for ensuring that their qualifications will be acknowledged for further studies or employment opportunities within Nigeria
The minister also insisted that there is no going back on the decision of the federal government to cancel about 22,700 certificates awarded to Nigerians by some “fake” universities in neighbouring Togo and Benin Republic.
Mamman maintained that the decision to invalidate the certificates was not harsh as Nigerians who obtained degree certificates from such “illegal” tertiary institutions dent the country’s image.
He said, “Most of those parading the fake certificates didn’t even leave the shores of Nigeria but got their certificates through racketeering in collaboration with government officials at home and abroad.
“The “fake universities” capitalised on the “gullibility” of Nigerians patronising such fake schools.
“The federal government, through the offices of the Head of Civil Service and the Secretary of the Federation, would fish out those in the government’s employment with such fake certificates. I also urge the private sector to follow suit.