MAPOLY verification exercise uncovers widespread certificate fraud
Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY) has expelled 365 students after discovering that they gained admission with forged academic credentials.
The affected students were enrolled in various Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes across the institution. According to the polytechnic, the students submitted falsified National Diploma (ND) results and fake academic transcripts allegedly obtained from different tertiary institutions.
The mass expulsion followed an extensive verification exercise carried out by the institution. The exercise aimed to confirm the authenticity of documents submitted during admission and registration processes.
Following the investigation, the management concluded that the affected students secured admission through fraudulent means. Consequently, the institution revoked their admissions and expelled them from their respective programmes.
ICT and Business Schools record highest numbers
A breakdown released by the institution showed that the School of Communication and Information Technology recorded the highest number of expelled students, with 156 affected individuals.
The School of Business and Management Studies followed closely with 117 students. Meanwhile, the School of Science and Technology accounted for 54 expulsions, while the School of Engineering recorded 36 cases.
In addition, two students from the School of Environmental Studies were affected by the disciplinary action.
The figures highlight the scale of the fraud uncovered during the verification process. They also underscore the institution’s determination to protect the credibility of its academic system.
Rector vows continuous crackdown
Speaking on the development, MAPOLY Rector, Koye Jolaoso, said the institution remains committed to maintaining the integrity of its admission process.
He stressed that academic standards cannot be compromised and assured stakeholders that the school will continue to strengthen its verification procedures.
According to him, only qualified candidates who meet the institution’s requirements should gain admission.
Jolaoso also warned prospective applicants against presenting fake certificates or falsifying academic records to secure admission. He emphasized that anyone found engaging in such practices would face severe consequences.
Furthermore, the management described the verification exercise as an ongoing process. It stated that the institution would continue to identify and remove fraudulent admissions as part of efforts to strengthen transparency, accountability, and academic excellence.
The latest action reflects MAPOLY’s resolve to uphold its reputation as a credible institution and discourage certificate fraud at all levels.
