Nigeria is taking another step toward modernising its public service systems. The Federal Government has now officially phased out physical verification of academic credentials, replacing the traditional process with a fully automated digital platform.
The reform, announced on Thursday by the Federal Ministry of Education, signals a shift toward a more efficient and transparent system for validating academic records across the country.
According to a statement issued by Folasade Boriowo, Director of Press and Public Relations at the ministry, the transition forms part of broader efforts to strengthen governance through technology. By digitising the authentication and evaluation of academic certificates, the government aims to improve data management, streamline procedures, and enhance the overall credibility of academic record verification.
Under the new arrangement, individuals seeking authentication or evaluation of their academic credentials will no longer be required to visit ministry offices. Instead, the entire process will now take place online.
Applicants are expected to begin by registering and submitting their required documents through the ministry’s dedicated verification portal at essverify.education.gov.ng. In addition, educational institutions must forward official transcripts directly to the ministry using their recognised institutional email addresses, sending them to ess1@education.gov.ng.
The ministry noted that the new system eliminates the long-standing requirement for physical presence during verification exercises, a change expected to save time for applicants and reduce administrative bottlenecks.
Officials believe the digital platform will also reinforce the integrity of Nigeria’s academic credential verification process. By centralising and automating the workflow, authorities expect faster processing times and improved accountability in handling academic records.
In its statement, the ministry emphasised that the initiative is aligned with the country’s ongoing digital transformation agenda, highlighting the role of technology in delivering more responsive public services.
Ultimately, the shift reflects a growing commitment to modern systems capable of supporting Nigeria’s expanding educational landscape while ensuring that the authenticity of academic qualifications remains beyond doubt.
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