The debate follows the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)'s public display of the personal particulars and academic credentials of presidential candidates for the 2027 general election.
President Tinubu's Form EC9 shows that he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Chicago State University in the United States, with his transcript indicating that the degree was awarded "with honours" on June 22, 1979. The documents also include his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge certificate, showing he served in Oyo State between December 1982 and November 1983.
However, the form does not include details of the President's primary and secondary school education, sparking fresh debate.
Speaking during the programme, ADC chieftain Kalu Kalu challenged President Tinubu to publicly state the primary and secondary schools he attended.
Responding, APC member Alwan Hassan argued that the Nigerian Constitution only requires a candidate to possess a school certificate or its equivalent to qualify for elective office.
According to Hassan, the phrase "school certificate or its equivalent" also covers individuals who can read and write, insisting that the constitutional requirement goes beyond possession of traditional academic certificates.
The exchange has further fueled discussions over the President's educational history as political parties prepare for the 2027 elections.
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