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Controversial Figure Tinuade Sanda Under Scrutiny for Postgraduate Degree Fraud

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The corporate world has been rocked by the recent saga surrounding Tinuade Sanda, the former Managing Director and CEO of a major electricity company in southwestern Nigeria. Now, her credentials and qualifications are under intense scrutiny, with serious questions arising about the validity of her claimed postgraduate degrees from foreign universities.

Sanda, who joined the electricity firm in 2013, previously claimed to have headed the Finance and Administration department at Vanguard Energy Resources, a non-operational oil and gas trading company founded by her ex-husband.

In addition to her corporate position, Sanda is also the founder of EmHERging, a mentoring platform for young female professionals. However, doubts have been raised about her educational background. Sanda claims on her resume and LinkedIn profile that she obtained an MBA specializing in Strategic Planning from the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. However, investigations have revealed that the university does not offer any MBA program in Strategic Planning.

Furthermore, Sanda asserts that she obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Sciences (“BASc”) from Harvard Business School. This is highly questionable, as Harvard Business School does not award undergraduate degrees.

Most concerning is her alleged Doctor of Philosophy in Financial Management and Entrepreneurship, supposedly awarded by ICON University in the Republic of Benin on December 5th, 2020. ICON University claims recognition by a non-existent “Nigeria’s Ministry of Higher Education,” bringing the authenticity of the degree into doubt.

These revelations cast a dark shadow over Sanda’s corporate rise, as she reached the pinnacle of one of Nigeria’s largest electricity distribution companies based on these potentially dubious qualifications. This raises serious questions about the thoroughness of the vetting and due diligence conducted on her credentials by those responsible for her appointment.

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Even more alarming is Sanda’s affiliation with ICON University, a reputed provider of fake academic credentials. The university’s website raises credibility concerns due to poor grammar and inflated claims comparing itself to Ivy League institutions.

The audacity with which Sanda flaunts these qualifications on her CV and LinkedIn profile raises significant doubts about her character and personal integrity.

Adding to the controversy, a November 2nd, 2022 letter from Nigeria’s Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE) to the electricity distribution company raised concerns about Sanda’s lack of technical capacity, administrative competence, and emotional maturity to run the company’s affairs.

If Sanda’s claims regarding her educational certificates are proven false, it paints a vivid picture of an individual desperate to acquire corporate status by any means, including lying and forgery.

In light of the unfolding scandal, it is essential for Sanda to disclose the true nature of her educational qualifications, not just to salvage her corporate reputation but also to maintain integrity as a mentor to young aspiring girls.

While proclaiming to have shattered the corporate glass ceiling through hard work, intellect, and integrity, Sanda’s questionable qualifications and attempt to discredit institutions like Harvard Business School tarnishes the class she claims to represent. Individuals like her should never be allowed near reputable organizations that value talent and quality.

The scandal raises fundamental questions about regulatory oversight and corporate governance, which enabled Sanda’s ascent despite the apparent inauthenticity of her credentials.

To uphold standards and integrity in executive appointments, stronger verification mechanisms must be implemented to promote merit while preventing fraudsters from undermining institutional reputation.

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The unfolding saga surrounding Tinuade Sanda serves as a cautionary tale, underscoring the significance of ethical conduct, honesty, and accountability in corporate leadership. As the dust settles on her tenure at the electricity company, this episode should prompt a broader reflection on the integrity and credibility expected from individuals entrusted with critical roles in the business landscape.

By Dr. Kunle Femi Okuniyi, a Political Analyst, wrote from Abuja

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Nigeria’s oil reserves stand at 37.28bn barrels, gas hit 210.54 tcf – NUPRC

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The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) on Friday said that the nation’s crude oil reserves stood at 37.28 billion barrels (bb) as at Jan. 1, 2025.

The commission also said that Nigeria’s gas reserves hit 210.54 trillion Cubic Feet (tcf).

Mr Gbenga Komolafe, Commission Chief Executive, NUPRC, who stated this said that oil and condensate reserves stood at 31.44bb and 5.84bb respectively, amounting to a total of 37.28 bb.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the figure is against the 37.50 bb of proven crude oil reserves and proven natural gas reserves 209.26 tcf recorded in 2024.

Komolafe said the Associated Gas and Non-Associated Gas reserves stood at 101.03 tcf and 109.51 tcf, respectively, resulting in total gas reserves of 210.54 tcf.

According to Komolafe, the commission in keeping with its mandate as enshrined in the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA 2021), is committed to driving the efficiency and effectiveness of the upstream oil and gas sector.

He assured enhancing the growth of oil and gas reserves towards ensuring sustainable increase in production for shared prosperity, as articulated in the Regulatory Action Plan for 2024 and the Near Term.

“Against the foregoing, I am pleased to present to you an overview of the Nation’s oil, condensate, associated gas, and non-associated gas reserves as of January 1, 2025, as follows:

“Crude Oil and Condensate reserves stands at 31.44bb and 5.84bb respectively, amounting to a total of 37.28bb.

“Associated Gas and Non-Associated Gas reserves stands at 101.03 tcf and 109.51 tcf, respectively, resulting in total gas reserves of 210.54 tcf.

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“The Reserves Life Index is 64 Years and 93 Years for Oil and Gas, respectively.

“In view of the above, and in furtherance of Chapter 1, Part III, Section 7 (g), (i), (j), (k), (m), (q), (r), and other powers enabling me in this respect, I, Engr. Gbenga Komolafe, CCE, hereby declare the total oil and condensate reserves of 37.28bb.

“And total gas reserves of 210.54 tcf as the official National Petroleum Reserves Position as of Jan. 1, 2025,’’ he said. (NAN)

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Boko Haram Holding Authority In Three Borno Communities— Ndume

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Boko Haram terrorists are holding authorities in some communities in three local government areas of Borno State, according to Senator Ali Ndume.

The Borno South lawmaker said this on Friday when he was featured on Channels Television’s Politics Today.

According to him, there are no civil authorities in those areas, which he said are being governed by the terrorists.

“Yes, three,” he said on Friday’s edition of the show when asked if areas are being governed by the Boko Haram terrorists in the North-East state.

“What we are saying is that there is no civil authority there, and the authority is Boko Haram,” the Borno South Senator said.

He listed the areas as “Gudumbali (in Guzamala LGA), Marte, and Abadam”.

“None,” he said when asked if there are civil authority in these areas.

Senator Ndume said the security agencies are not properly equipped to tackle the insurgency, which he decried is beginning to fester in the North-East state.

His comment came days after the Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, decried the rising spate of insecurity in the area.

The governor said the state is losing ground in the fight against Boko Haram, asking for help.

“As I address this important gathering today, it is unfortunate that the renewed Boko Haram attacks and kidnappings in many communities almost on a daily basis without confrontation signalled that Borno State is losing ground,” the governor said, a fact Ndume agrees with.

During the show, the vocal lawmaker of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) said there have been hundreds of attacks in Borno State since the beginning of the year.

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“From November last year till date, there were over 250 attacks in the state, and somebody is saying we should ignore the governor,” the APC chieftain said.

“We have lost more than 100 soldiers, nearly 300 civilians even though our soldiers gallantly killed 800 of those terrorists within this period.”

“It is like a stagnated situation,” he said about the state of security in the country, arguing that President Bola Tinubu should declare a state of emergency on security, the welfare of the citizens, and the economy.

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FG Forms Sub-Committee To Evaluate US Tariff Impact

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The federal government has constituted a sub-committee to evaluate the potential economic impact of the recent tariff measures announced by the United States government.

The decision followed a meeting of the Economic Management Team (EMT), chaired by Wale Edun, minister of finance and coordinating minister of the economy, according to a statement issued on Friday by Mohammed Manga, director of information and public relations at the ministry.

On April 2, US President Donald Trump announced sweeping global tariffs on all imports into the country, including Nigeria.

A few days later, Edun said Nigeria is well-positioned to withstand global trade disruptions, including the United States import tariffs.

He said plans were underway for possible budget adjustment and prioritisation where possible.

To assess the impact of the tariffs, Manga said the EMT convened earlier in the week with key ministries and agencies to review the fiscal and macroeconomic implications of emerging global trade dynamics.

He said the EMT noted that while Nigeria’s major export — crude oil — has not been directly targeted by the new US tariffs, the policy shift has coincided with a dip in international oil prices, raising concern over potential revenue and budgetary pressures.

“To support evidence-based policymaking, the EMT has established a sub-committee tasked with conducting a detailed review of the direct and indirect economic impacts of both the emerging tariff measures and the global commodity price shifts,” Manga said.

“The sub-committee includes representatives from the ministry of finance, ministry of budget and economic planning, (including budget office of the Federation), and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).”

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Manga also said the sub-committee has already held its inaugural meeting and is expected to present its findings to the full EMT without delay.

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