LASU REOPENS 2026/2027 INDIGENESHIP VERIFICATION PORTAL FOR JUPEB AND DIRECT ENTRY CANDIDATES

The management of Lagos State University (LASU) has reopened its 2026/2027 Independent Indigeneship Verification Exercise (IIVE) portal for JUPEB and other Direct Entry (DE) candidates who are indigenes of Lagos State but have not previously participated in the verification exercise.

According to the university, the special verification window was approved by the Vice-Chancellor and will run from Monday, October 12, to Friday, October 16, 2026.

The exercise is intended for eligible candidates who selected Lagos State University as their first-choice institution during the 2026 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) registration and are of Lagos State origin.

LASU INDIGENESHIP VERIFICATION EXERCISE 2026/2027: KEY DETAILS

Eligible candidates should take note of the following information:

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

The special verification exercise is strictly for candidates who meet the following conditions:

1. They are indigenes of Lagos State.
   1. They are 2026 JUPEB graduates or other eligible Direct Entry candidates.
   2. They selected LASU as their first-choice institution during the 2026 JAMB registration.
   3. They have not previously participated in the Independent Indigeneship Verification Exercise.

Candidates are advised to confirm that they meet all the requirements before beginning the registration process.

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE LASU INDIGENESHIP VERIFICATION EXERCISE

Eligible candidates are expected to complete the registration and physical verification process within the stipulated period.

1. Confirm your eligibility

Ensure that you satisfy the university's requirements for the special verification window.

2. Make payment through the official portal

Visit the official LASU website at https://www.lasu.edu.ng/ and follow the university's instructions for the verification exercise. Make payments only through the authorised online payment channel.

3. Complete the online registration

Fill in the required information and retain your payment receipt and registration confirmation for reference.

4. Attend the physical verification

Visit the designated venue at the New TETFund Building, Faculty of Arts, with your original supporting documents. These include:

• JAMB Direct Entry registration slip.
  • Evidence of Lagos State indigeneship.
  • Payment receipt.
  • Online registration confirmation.
  • Other documents required by the university.

5. Obtain your clearance certificate

Candidates who successfully complete the verification exercise will receive an LASU Indigeneship Clearance Certificate.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CANDIDATES

LASU has emphasised that the Independent Indigeneship Verification Exercise is a mandatory pre-admission requirement for eligible candidates claiming Lagos State indigeneship.

The university has also warned candidates against making payments through individuals, agents or unauthorised accounts. Payments made through unofficial channels are entirely at the candidate's risk.

Furthermore, the university clarified that obtaining an Indigeneship Clearance Certificate does not guarantee admission. However, the certificate is required before an admission offer can be processed for candidates to whom the requirement applies.

Candidates who fall within the eligible categories are advised to complete their registration and attend the physical screening before the deadline.

For further clarification, candidates should contact the LASU Admissions Office or consult the university's official communication channels.

CONCLUSION

Lagos State University has reopened its 2026/2027 Independent Indigeneship Verification Exercise portal for eligible JUPEB and Direct Entry candidates of Lagos State origin who have not previously completed the process.

The special window closes on Friday, October 16, 2026. All affected candidates should complete their registration promptly and prepare the necessary documents for physical screening.