WAEC releases 2026 WASSCE timetable
The West African Examinations Council has released the timetable for the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination for school candidates. The timetable was shared on WAEC’s official X page, giving students access to the full schedule ahead of the exams. According to the schedule, the examination will begin on April 21, 2026, and will […]
WAEC rolls out digital certificate services across five member countries
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially launched its Digital Certificate Services System, WAEC DigiCert, across all five member countries. The announcement was made by Demianus Ojijeogu, Head of Public Affairs at WAEC Headquarters in Accra, Ghana, on behalf of the Registrar. The countries covered include Gambia, Ghana, Liberia, Nigeria, and Sierra Leone. The […]
Ogun to eliminate examination malpractice in schools – Commissioner
The Ogun State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Abayomi Arigbabu, has pledged that the state government will eliminate examination malpractice in both public and private schools. He gave the assurance during a stakeholders’ meeting held at Lisabi Grammar School in Abeokuta, stressing that the ministry is determined to close all loopholes that encourage cheating. […]
Court orders investigation of Interior Minister Tunji-Ojo’s academic qualifications
The Federal High Court in Abuja has approved a request to investigate the academic qualifications of Nigeria’s Interior Minister, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. Justice Binta Nyako granted the permission following an ex-parte application filed by activist Emorioloye Owolemi. The court ruling allows an inquiry into the minister’s Secondary School Certificate reportedly issued by the West African Examinations […]
Reps order suspension of CBT rollout for WAEC 2026 exams
The House of Representatives has ordered the suspension of the proposed Computer-Based Test (CBT) for the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC). The directive came after lawmakers expressed concern that many schools and students across Nigeria are not adequately prepared for the full digital transition. […]
Secondary Schools with unqualified teachers to lose WAEC and NECO accreditation – FG
The Federal Government has announced that all teachers in public and private secondary schools must be certified. Schools that fail to meet this requirement will no longer be allowed to serve as centres for WAEC, NECO, and other national examinations. The directive was released in a memo on Thursday, September 11, by the Minister of […]
NBA demands sanctions for WAEC and JAMB officials over 2025 exam disruptions
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) is asking lawmakers to take action against officials who caused serious problems during the 2025 JAMB and WAEC exams. Earlier this year, many students protested their JAMB results released on May 9. They said the scores were wrong and lower than what they actually earned. On April 14, JAMB’s head, […]
Govt Urged To Abolish Arabic, Islamic Qualifications Being Equated With WAEC
A group called the National Prayer Altar has spoken out strongly against the Nigerian government’s decision to treat Arabic and Islamic certificates (NBAIS) as equal to WAEC, NECO, or NBTE. They believe this is wrong for students trying to enter regular colleges and universities. On May 14, 2025, they sent a letter to education leaders […]
WAEC To Allow Students Resit Their WASSCE
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has launched a new program called WASSCE PC1, enabling students to retake their WASSCE exams earlier than before. The exams will be held in January and February 2025, providing a faster route for students to improve their grades. This initiative marks a significant shift from the previous system, where […]