The Federal Ministry of Education has actually announced the complete automation of the authentication and examination of academic qualifications, marking a major step in its digital change efforts.
In a press release dated April 15, 2026, the ministry stated the brand-new system is developed to improve transparency, reinforce data management, and boost service shipment in the education sector.
According to the statement signed by the Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade, all applications for credential authentication and assessment will now be processed specifically online through the ministry’s official confirmation website.
“This development aligns with the Federal government’s digital change program and its resolve to deploy modern-day innovation to improve efficiency, make sure information stability, and assistance evidence-based policy choices in the education sector,” the declaration checked out.
The ministry directed candidates to sign up and submit all necessary documents through the official portal, while also asking for that academic records be sent out directly from awarding institutions to the ministry’s designated email for processing.
It even more stressed that applicants are no longer required to visit the ministry physically, as the whole process has actually been completely digitised.
“The Ministry wants to stress that applicants are no longer needed to visit the Federal Ministry of Education for physical confirmation, as the whole procedure will now be performed electronically,” it mentioned.
The ministry noted that the transition to a completely automated platform is anticipated to streamline treatments, reduce processing time, and boost the credibility of scholastic credential confirmation in Nigeria.
Applicants were encouraged to comply strictly with the brand-new standards to guarantee smooth and timely processing of their requests.