LASU Indigeneship Verification Exercise (IIVC)

 

·       LASU Indigeneship Verification Exercise (IIVC)

The Lagos State University Indigeneship Verification Exercise is an important process carried out by the Independent Indigeneship Verification Committee (IIVC). It is specifically for candidates who claim Lagos State origin and are seeking admission into LASU through the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) or Direct Entry.

This verification helps to confirm the authenticity of a candidate’s Lagos State indigeneship status and qualifies them to benefit from special admission considerations and, in some cases, reduced school fees.

 

·       Who Should Apply?

To be eligible for the LASU indigeneship verification, you must:

• Be an applicant who selected LASU as your first choice institution in the UTME or Direct Entry.
• Have scored at least 195 in the UTME.
• Claim to be of Lagos State origin and wish to be considered under the Lagos State indigeneship quota.

 

·       Required Documents

Applicants are expected to present both original and photocopies of the following:

1. Birth certificate or sworn declaration of age
2. Local Government Identification Letter
3. Letter of attestation from a recognized Oba or traditional ruler in Lagos State
4. Evidence of parent(s)' Lagos State origin (e.g. birth certificate, LGA certificate)
5. JAMB UTME/DE registration slip
6. O’Level result(s)
7. Two recent passport photographs
8. Printed copy of the online IIVC application form

 

·       How to Apply

1. Visit the IIVC Portal: Go to www.lasu.edu.ng and follow the instructions to access the indigeneship verification portal.
2. Login with your JAMB Registration Number
3. Fill the online application form
4. Make payment for the verification (amount will be displayed on the portal)
5. Print out the application slip after successful submission
6. Attend the scheduled physical screening at your chosen division in Lagos

 

·       Screening Schedule

The exercise is usually conducted in phases based on the five administrative divisions of Lagos State:

• Ikeja Division
• Badagry Division
• Ikorodu Division
• Lagos Island Division
• Epe Division

Each division has specific dates and venues for verification. A mop-up session is usually held for candidates who miss their scheduled date.

 

·       For Returning Applicants

Candidates who had previously undergone indigeneship verification in past years (e.g., 2022/2023 or 2023/2024) do not need to reapply. Instead, they should revalidate their status on the portal and pay the applicable fee.

 

·       Important Notes

• Only genuine indigenes will be cleared. Any false claims may lead to disqualification.
• The indigeneship verification does not guarantee automatic admission—it only qualifies the candidate to be considered under the Lagos State quota.
• All payments should be made only through the official LASU IIVC portal.
• Avoid fraudsters and third-party agents.

 

✅ Final Tips

• Apply early once the portal opens—typically around July each year.
• Ensure all documents are complete and authentic.
• Prepare well for the interview; know basic information about your local government and traditional ruler.
• Keep all receipts and slips for reference.

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