There is trouble for Geh Geh University and other parody universities, as the Nigerian government has been petitioned to ban them.

A coalition of Nigerian academics, students, alumni, and concerned citizens has written the National Universities Commission (NUC) to step in and regulate comedians and content creators who freely attach “university” to their brands.

The social media space has witnessed a rise in parody universities, with Geh Geh University a prominent one.

According to the group, “Geh Geh University” and “Blessing CEO University” may seem harmless, but they risk watering down the credibility of real institutions that Nigerians work hard to get into.

Speaking on behalf of the coalition, Dr. Charles Ekeh explained that the term “university” is not just another word anyone can use.

He said: “The term ‘university’ is legally protected and earned through rigorous accreditation. Allowing comedians to adopt it dilutes its meaning and disrespects the years of dedication and excellence behind genuine academic institutions.”

The group argued that while audiences may laugh at the content, some unsuspecting people could actually think these parody universities are real, possibly opening doors for fraudsters. The petition didn’t just stop at complaints. The coalition urged the NUC to publicly condemn the unauthorized use of “university” and issue cease-and-desist letters to comedians misusing the term.

The coalition also warned that ignoring the issue could embolden fraudulent degree mills hiding under the guise of “comedy,” which would further complicate the fight against fake certificates in Nigeria.

They concluded by reminding the NUC that real universities are vital to Nigeria’s global competitiveness, and putting them on the same level as comedy pages only hurts the country in the long run.

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