Petition Filed to Investigate Tinubu's Certificates Ahead of 2027

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has received a petition from the Center for Reform Public Advocacy Consortium, led by lawyer Kalu Agu, requesting a probe into President Bola Tinubu’s educational qualifications ahead of the 2027 presidential elections. Filed on June 19, 2023, the petition claims that Tinubu submitted fraudulent certificates, including a purported degree from Chicago State University and a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge certificate.

The petition cites documents obtained during a U.S. court discovery process that allegedly reveal false entries regarding Tinubu's educational background. The group demands a full review of the legal implications surrounding these documents, referencing sections of the Nigerian Constitution that allow for disqualification of candidates based on ineligibility.

They warn that if INEC remains silent, they will initiate legal action to prevent Tinubu's candidacy for the presidency. The petition emphasizes the statutory role of INEC in ensuring candidates present genuine qualifications.