Nigerian Innovation Minister Resigns Amid Certificate Forgery Allegations

Geoffrey Uche Nnaji, Nigeria's Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, resigned amid allegations of forging academic credentials, including a Bachelor of Science degree and National Youth Service Corps certificate. The University of Nigeria, Nsukka, confirmed Nnaji was admitted but never completed his degree, and the NYSC could not verify his service certificate. Nnaji denied the forgery accusations, claiming he graduated and stating he was targeted by political opponents. President Bola Tinubu accepted Nnaji's resignation and thanked him for his service, emphasizing a commitment to integrity in public office. This resignation is notable as ministerial removals are rare in Nigeria, highlighting the seriousness of the allegations and the administration's zero-tolerance stance on credential falsification. The case underscores the importance of verifying qualifications for government officials to maintain public trust.