The Federal Government has fully automated the evaluation and authentication of academic certificates, ending the need for applicants to physically visit the Federal Ministry of Education.
The reform, announced by the Ministry on Tuesday, is part of efforts to modernise education administration and improve access to government services.
Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, CON, said the initiative aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and the government’s broader digital transformation drive.
Under the new system, applicants can complete the entire credential evaluation and authentication process online through the Ministry’s dedicated platform.
The Ministry says the automation will reduce bureaucratic bottlenecks, speed up processing, improve transparency and make the service more convenient for Nigerians and applicants outside the country.
Dr. Alausa said the system will also strengthen the integrity and credibility of Nigeria’s academic certification process by providing institutions, employers and other stakeholders with a more structured and reliable way to verify qualifications.
The Minister reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to using technology to modernise education governance, improve institutional efficiency and deliver more citizen-centred services.
Applicants can access the credential evaluation and authentication platform at essverify.education.gov.ng, while enquiries can be sent to ess1@education.gov.ng.