In a significant development, an official from Chicago State University has testified under oath, asserting that the replacement certificate submitted by President Bola Tinubu to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is not an authentic document from the university but rather a forgery.
The Registrar of Chicago State University, Caleb Wesberg, provided this damning testimony during a deposition that spanned over five hours. This legal proceeding came in the wake of Judge Nancy Maldonado’s ruling on Monday, prompting an inquiry into the records of Bola Tinubu at the university.
Wesberg, in his testimony, specifically highlighted that the logo on the replacement certificate, as submitted by President Tinubu, is not recognized by the institution, casting doubt on the legitimacy of the document.
As of the time of this report, efforts were underway to finalize the deposition document for transmission to the legal team of Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Atiku is contesting the election of President Tinubu, citing non-qualification based on the alleged forgery of documents as one of the grounds for the legal challenge.
The revelation from the Chicago State University official adds a new dimension to the legal battle, and the full transcript of the deposition is eagerly anticipated by both Nigerians and international observers who have been closely monitoring the case. The authenticity of academic credentials has been a focal point in electoral disputes, and this development may have significant implications on the ongoing legal proceedings.
