Nnamdi Azikiwe University Staff Suspended Over Alleged Certificate Forgery

Nnamdi Azikiwe University, located in Awka, Anambra State, has suspended one of its staff members, Nwafor Ogbonnaya Nwesuzor, following allegations of certificate forgery. The suspension comes after Nwafor reportedly attempted to change his degree result, which led to suspicions and an investigation.

Key Points

1. Allegations of Forgery: Nwafor Ogbonnaya Nwesuzor allegedly presented forged documents to secure employment at Nnamdi Azikiwe University. These documents included his degree result and a letter of exclusion from the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).
2. Change of Degree Result: The issue came to light when Nwafor requested to change his degree result, which raised suspicions due to discrepancies between the original documents and the new ones he was trying to submit.
3. Discrepancies: The investigation revealed significant differences between the forged and original documents. Notably, the class of degree in the forged statement of result bore the name “Nwafor Osborne Ogbonnaya” and stated second-class lower division, while the original result under the name “Nwafor Ogbonnaya Nwesuzor” indicated a third-class degree.
4. Suspension: In response to the findings, the Vice Chancellor of the university, Prof Charles Okechukwu Esimone, approved the immediate suspension of Nwafor Osborne Ogbonnaya for a period of six months.
5. Further Processes: Nwafor’s case will undergo additional processes within the university before final disposal action is taken.

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Conclusion

The suspension of Nwafor Ogbonnaya Nwesuzor over alleged certificate forgery demonstrates the seriousness with which educational institutions address issues related to the integrity of academic records. It underscores the importance of maintaining transparency and ensuring that all staff members adhere to the university’s rules and regulations. The case serves as a reminder of the consequences that individuals may face when attempting to manipulate their academic credentials.

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