The National Universities Commission (NUC) has prohibited recipients of honorary degrees from using the title “Dr.” before their names.
The commission said the title is strictly reserved for individuals who have earned it through academic qualifications such as Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or professional medical degrees.
The directive, according to the NUC, is aimed at maintaining the integrity and credibility of academic titles in the country.
It emphasised that honorary degrees are conferred as marks of recognition and should not be used as academic or professional qualifications.
The commission urged institutions and the general public to adhere to the guideline to avoid misrepresentation and uphold standards in the nation’s education system.
