Babcock University has issued a public warning against fraudulent academic certificates falsely linked to the institution, following the circulation of a fake document attributed to popular streamer streamer Carter Efe.

The private institution based in Ogun State, released a statement on Monday via its official X account, clarifying that it does not recognize any classification called "First Class Upper."

The alert came after Carter Efe posted what he claimed was a Babcock University Biochemistry degree with a "First Class Upper" grade, sparking questions about his academic background. The university identified the document as a forged "honorary certificate" from the "Babcock University Biochemistry Computer Club," which it described as false and unauthorized.

Babcock University made it clear that it does not issue honorary certificates for undergraduate academic performance and that academic excellence is only recognized through official degree certificates and transcripts from the Registrar's Office.

The institution also directed all persons involved in the production or circulation of the fraudulent document to cease immediately, warning that it would pursue legal action to protect the integrity of its academic credentials.

The post read:
"Babcock University unequivocally states that this document is false, unauthorised, and does not emanate from the university."

"For the avoidance of doubt: Babcock University does not issue 'Honorary Certificates' in recognition of undergraduate academic performance."

"Academic excellence, including the award of First Class Honours, is formally recognised only through the University's official degree certificate and academic transcript issued by the Office of the Registrar."

"Accordingly, all persons responsible for the production, issuance, circulation, or use of the fraudulent certificate and any similar unauthorised documents are hereby directed to immediately cease and desist from such unlawful acts."

"The University will not hesitate to pursue all available legal remedies to protect the integrity of its academic credentials and institutional reputation."