OWO, Nigeria (FN) — A Nigerian law student has filed a N500 million lawsuit against Achievers University in Ondo State, alleging that the institution issued him a fake admission not recognized by the country’s official admissions board.
Akinlolu Richard Omisade, a 200-level law student, claims the university failed to forward his admission details to the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), rendering his enrollment invalid. His lawyer, Barrister Abdulfatai Abdulsalam, submitted a formal petition to the university’s Vice-Chancellor, demanding damages and immediate rectification.
“Our client’s name was not found on the JAMB portal for Law admission in your school, implying that his details were never forwarded for processing,” the petition stated.
Achievers University confirmed receipt of the complaint and said it is working with the student’s family to resolve the issue. “We are committed to ensuring that all our students are properly registered and recognized by regulatory bodies,” a university spokesperson said.
The case has drawn attention from national education authorities. A senior official at the National Universities Commission (NUC), speaking anonymously, said the Commission is reviewing the matter and has requested documentation from the university. “Any institution found to have violated admission protocols will face appropriate sanctions,” the official said.
The Federal Ministry of Education also weighed in, urging students to verify their admission status through official channels. “We are monitoring the situation closely and will act based on the findings of the NUC and JAMB,” the ministry said.
JAMB confirmed that Omisade’s name does not appear in its database for law students at Achievers University. “We advise all prospective students to confirm their admission status on our portal before proceeding with registration,” a spokesperson said.
The Nigerian Union of Students (NUS) issued a statement demanding accountability and compensation for the affected student. “This is not just about one student — it’s about the integrity of our education system,” the union said.
Education rights activist Dr. Tunde Adebayo called the incident “a wake-up call” for regulatory oversight. “Students should not bear the brunt of institutional negligence,” he said.
Public reaction has been mixed, with some blaming the university for administrative lapses, while others urged caution until investigations are complete. Hashtags like #FakeAdmission and #StudentJustice have begun trending on social media.
Omisade’s legal team says they will proceed with litigation if the university fails to respond adequately within the stipulated timeframe. The case is expected to test the legal boundaries of institutional responsibility in Nigeria’s higher education sector.
