LASU Begins 2025/2026 Indigeneship Verification for Admission — Here’s What Lagos Students Must Know
If you’re from Lagos State and hoping to gain admission into Lagos State University (LASU) for the 2025/2026 academic year, the university has officially opened its Indigeneship Verification Exercise. This critical process determines whether applicants are truly of Lagos origin — a key requirement for special consideration during admission.
Registration begins Monday, May 26, 2025, and closes Thursday, June 19, 2025. Interviews will start immediately as the portal goes live.
But there’s a catch: Passing the verification does not mean automatic admission. It only confirms your Lagos State origin. You still need to meet all LASU admission requirements.
Who Is Eligible to Apply?
To participate in this year’s verification exercise, you must:
- Be indigenous to Lagos State
- Have selected LASU as your first-choice institution in the 2025 UTME
- Have scored 195 or above
- Or be a Direct Entry applicant
Did you apply for this in 2023/2024 or 2024/2025 but didn’t gain admission? Good news — you can revalidate your clearance online by simply logging in and paying the necessary fee.
How to Apply for LASU Indigeneship Verification
The application process is fully online and must be done through the official LASU portal:
- Visit the LASU Indigeneship Portal
- Make your payment only through the platform’s official payment link
- Wait for your interview schedule and assigned center
Important: LASU warns against using agents or making payments to personal bank accounts. All transactions must go through the university’s approved platform. Any other method is at your own risk.
Interview Phases — What to Expect
The screening interviews are grouped into four phases, and your interview date will be based on your local government area:
- Phase 1: Monday, May 26 – Thursday, May 29
- Phase 2: Monday, June 2 – Thursday, June 5
- Phase 3: Monday, June 9 – Thursday, June 12
- Phase 4: Monday, June 16 – Thursday, June 19
Interview Venues Across Lagos Divisions
Your interview location depends on the division your local government area falls under. Below are the official venues:
- Ikeja Division: Sociology Class, Opposite Health Centre
- Badagry Division: New TETFund Building, Faculty of Education
- Ikorodu Division: Law Clinic, Faculty of Law
- Lagos Island/Mainland: International Business Class, MBA Building
- Epe Division: School of Transport and Logistics
Tip: Arrive early. Lagos traffic can be unpredictable, and latecomers may miss their chance.
What This Exercise Really Means
The Indigeneship Verification is not a guarantee of admission. It is only one of several steps in LASU’s competitive admission process. Candidates must still meet the university’s other requirements, including academic qualifications and post-UTME criteria.
Final Note
To stay updated with accurate information, visit LASU’s official news page. Avoid unverified sources or agents claiming to fast-track the process.
Planning to apply? Mark your calendar now — and be ready. This is your chance to prove your Lagos roots and take one step closer to securing a spot at LASU.
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