Lawyers Demand Justice in Uche Nnaji's Forgery Case

A group of lawyers, led by Libor Oshoma, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to ensure justice in the case of Uche Nnaji, the former Minister of Science and Technology, who is accused of certificate forgery. During a press conference in Lagos, the lawyers expressed concern over the federal government's potential interference in the investigation and prosecution of Nnaji.

They commended the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) for its efforts but criticized delays in bringing Nnaji to justice. Allegations include that Nnaji, who admitted to studying microbiology and biochemistry at the University of Nigeria during the 1981-82 academic session, did not graduate due to failing a compulsory virology course.

The lawyers referenced an investigation published in October 2025, which indicated that Nnaji submitted a degree certificate dated July 1985 during his ministerial nomination, despite not being issued a certificate by the university. The ICPC announced Nnaji's arrest on July 1, 2025, following a bench warrant issued by the Federal High Court due to his failure to honor multiple invitations related to the investigation.