The Federal Government is considering introducing an assessment test for Nigerians who obtain degrees from foreign institutions, particularly in African countries, before their qualifications are evaluated for mobilisation into the National Youth Service Corps. The proposal is aimed at ensuring that foreign qualifications reflect genuine academic achievements and meet required standards.
Acting Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education, Dr Folake Olatunji-David, disclosed this at a meeting of the National Standing Committee on Evaluation of Foreign Qualifications in Abuja. She cited rising cases of certificate forgery and said the committee would also review the recognition of foreign secondary school qualifications and compliance with Nigerian examination requirements.