AWKA, ANAMBRA– The Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, has actually presented digital clearance and certificate systems focused on reducing delays in students’ graduation procedures.
The Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Bond Anyaehie, disclosed this on Saturday in Abuja at the 2026 International Convention of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Alumni Association (NAUAA), themed “Innovation, Integrity and Inclusion: Reviving the Zik Vision for a New Period.”
Digital clearance for finishing students
Anyaehie said the new digital clearance system would enable graduating trainees to finish the procedure from anywhere in the world, with approval anticipated within 5 days.
According to him, the system was presented to eliminate delays associated with the university’s previous manual clearance treatments.
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He stated the digital procedure would enable trainees to finish the requirements without having to move physically from one workplace to another.
Provisionary certificates with verification codes
The Vice-Chancellor also disclosed that the university had actually presented a system that immediately creates provisional certificates after students complete their clearance.
He stated the certificates would consist of barcodes that employers and other organizations might scan to confirm their authenticity.
“Once you complete the clearance, the system creates a provisionary certificate for you, which you can download online.
“It has a barcode, so when you apply for a task, they can scan the barcode, receive an authentication code and confirm your certificate,” he stated.
The effort is expected to make it easier for graduates to offer verifiable proof of their academic certifications when requesting work or additional studies.
University digitises transcript processing.
Anyaehie even more stated the university had digitised its transcript processing system as part of efforts to make the process much faster and minimize unnecessary hold-ups for students and graduates.
He stated staff responsible for processing records had actually been encouraged to ensure that students and graduates received the essential services without avoidable hold-ups.
The university currently runs digital platforms for records applications and verification, including services for local and global demands.
UNIZIK prepares improved class facilities
Beyond administrative reforms, the Vice-Chancellor revealed plans to enhance class centers throughout the university.
He said trainees would no longer be expected to participate in lectures in classrooms without adequate seating and other necessary centers.
Anyaehie stated the administration was devoted to rearranging the university through cooperation with its alumni and other partners.
He acknowledged the contributions of the university’s alumni chapters and other partners, noting that their support had assisted the institution perform projects and attend to some of its challenges.
“We are growing a university that fits the name and answers to its name. It is a journey; we have actually begun, and we can do more.
“We will go far if we join our resources and efforts together,” he said.
The digital reforms belong to broader efforts by the university administration to modernise its academic and administrative processes and improve the experience of trainees and graduates.