Babcock University Denies Carter Efe’s Graduation Claim
Babcock University has dismissed allegations made by comedian and content creator Carter Efe that he earned a “First Class Upper” degree in Biochemistry from the institution.
The controversy began when Carter Efe, whose real name is Oderhohwo Joseph Efe, stated in an interview that he attended the private university and graduated with top honours.
He later posted a document online, presenting it as his 2023 graduation certificate.
In response, the university issued a statement rejecting the document, saying it is not recognised by Babcock and contains information that does not match its academic records.
The institution clarified that it does not award honorary certificates for undergraduate performance and does not use the term “First Class Upper” as a grade classification.
According to Babcock, the proper recognition for academic excellence is First Class Honours, which is conferred only through official degree certificates and transcripts issued by the Registrar’s Office.
The statement read: “Babcock University unequivocally states that this document is false, unauthorized, and does not originate from the University.
“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.
“There is no academic classification or degree known to Babcock University as ‘First Class Upper’. The recognised classification is First Class Honours.
“Babcock University warns the public about forged certificates in circulation, including fake ‘Honorary’ ones with a non‑existent ‘First Class Upper’ classification. We do not issue such documents. ‘First Class Upper’ does not exist here. Legal action is underway.”
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