The Federal Ministry of Education completely disassociated itself from a recent Purported debate organized by the Creative Africa Initiative.
The Ministry in a statement by its Director of Press, Public Relations and Education, Folasade Boriowo, said the clarification Is necessary as a result of forged letter, using the Ministry’s letterhead and issued by the organization.
It added that the forged document, which proposes a debate on the topic “Same-Sex Marriage Should Be Legalized in Nigeria,” has raised serious concerns.
The Ministry revealed that the letter in question features a reference number linked to the now-defunct Basic and Secondary Education Department, which ceased to exist since June 17, 2021.
Additionally, it added that the letterhead used in the forgery displays an outdated reference number, and the font appears to have been superimposed on old letterhead paper.
The proposed debate topic, according to the statement, is highly sensitive and contrary to the cultural and religious values upheld by the majority of Nigerians, as well as to extant Nigerian laws.
The Ministry emphasized that this debate could potentially disrupt public peace and societal norms, leading to unnecessary tension and division.
Furthermore, the Ministry confirmed that the 2024 debate, yet to be implemented by the Senior Secondary Education Department, does not correspond with the content or scheduling referenced in the forged letter, which incorrectly calls for an event in April 2025.
The Federal Ministry of Education categorically denied any involvement with the Creative Africa Initiative or the purported debate it seeks to promote.
It urged all stakeholders to disregard the fake communication and await official announcements from the Ministry regarding future debates and other educational initiatives.
