The examination body an­nounced the release of the re­sults on Sunday night.

A total of 65,023 candidates sat for the WASSCE, out of which 34,878 candidates, representing 53.64%, obtained credits and above in at least five mandatory subjects, including English Language and Mathematics.

44.29% and 42.16 % of the total candidates, who sat the same diet in 2023 and 2022, respectively, had a similar result, indicating a marginal increase of 9.35% performance over that of the previous two years.

Similarly, a total of 16, 886 candidates (representing 48.41%) out of the total number who obtained credits and above in at least five mandatory subjects, including English Language and Mathematics in the exam under review were males, while 17,992 representing 51.58% were females, indicating that more females did better than their male counterparts in the exam.

The exam was conducted in two modes- the Paper and Pen option and the computer-based hybrid format.

Dr. Amos Dang­ut, the head of National Office, WAEC Nigeria, announced the release of the results in a statement made available by Mrs Moyosola Adesina, the council’s head of Public Affairs department, to newsmen, on Sunday night.

He explained that only 62,364 candidates from the total number, representing 95.90%, already had their results fully processed and released, while 2,669 candidates, representing 4.1% still have one or more results being processed due to errors traceable to them.

Dangut, however, pointed out that the results of 2,577 (repre­senting 3.98%) of the total num­ber of candidates who sat for the exam are being withheld in con­nection with various reported cases of exam malpractice and their cases would be investi­gated to determine their fate if their results would be eventually released or canceled.

He said the council would fast-tract the process and com­municate accordingly to those concerned but could as well get details on the council’s portal.

Dangut disclosed that the results of all the 157 candidates with varying degrees of special needs including 25 visually im­paired, 13 hearing impaired and 15 albinos, among others, who sat for the exam nationwide had been fully processed and released with that of others.

While the WAEC boss asked candidates to start checking their results on the council’s website given as www.waecdi­rect.org, he noted that candi­dates would also be required to apply for hard copies of their certificates which are available already online through the WAEC Certificate Request Por­tal (e-Certman) website, given as https://certrequest.waec.ng.

The directive by Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board follows the recent reversal of the mandatory 18-year admission age benchmark introduced by Tahir Mamman, the former Minister of Education.

The current education minister, Olatunji Alausa, reinstated the previous benchmark of 16 years, a move widely supported by stakeholders in the education sector.

Speaking during a recent meeting with key stakeholders—including Chief External Examiners, Chief Technical Advisors, and members of the Equal Opportunity Group— Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, the registrar of JAMB, stated that while the 16-year age requirement remains the standard, exceptional candidates under the age of 16 may be granted admission under strict conditions.

A transcript of the meeting, published in JAMB’s bulletin quoted Oloyede as saying:

“This is about complying with the law. Age plays a crucial role in maturity and academic development. Otherwise, we wouldn’t have age limits for leadership positions such as local government chairman. Biological age is linked to intellectual growth, and while rules exist, there must be room for exceptions.

“The Minister of Education has clearly stated that the minimum age for admission remains 16. However, we acknowledge that some gifted children exist. These individuals should not be overlooked. We must identify them and allow them to sit for the exams.”

Oloyede emphasised that exceptional students must demonstrate outstanding academic ability across multiple assessments, including the UTME, WASSCE, Post-UTME, and GCE O/Level.

“If a candidate under 16 scores 200 out of 400 in the UTME, can they truly be considered exceptional? However, if they achieve 80% (320/400), that signals exceptional ability and warrants consideration,” he added.

He, however, expressed concerns over the role of private universities in admitting underage students, stating that many of these candidates struggle academically, with up to 80 per cent eventually being transferred to other programmes due to poor performance.

Oloyede also condemned the manipulation of birth records by parents seeking early admission for their wards, only to later attempt to alter their ages for eligibility in the National Youth Service Corps programme.

Recently in Lagos, the JAMB Registrar disclosed that the exam body had introduced a mock UTME for underage candidates.

Oloyede explained that the mock UTME is not for the purpose of tertiary institution admission but for underage seeking to test their ability.

“We are starting the sale of forms on the 31st of January till 5th of March. There will be a mock exam on the 23rd of February and on the 8th of March there will be UTME,” the JAMB Registrar said.

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Type WAEC*ExamNo*PIN*ExamYear on your phone (as a single message). Send to 32327.

You will receive a message instantly containing your statement of result.

However, WAEC stated that Telcos charges would be applied.

But to check results online, candidates follow the instructions below:

1. Go to https://www.waecdirect.org/
2. Enter your exam number in the mandatory field.
3. Choose your exam year, for example, 2022
4. Choose your exam type, for example, School Candidate Result.
5. Enter the card serial number.
6. Enter the PIN code on the card.
7. Click the submit button, and your WAEC 2022 results will be displayed.

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) recently announced the result of the 2023 West African Senior School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE) for private candidates.

WAEC also announced that candidates who sat for the examination conducted in Nigeria between Friday, October 27, 2023, and Wednesday, December 20, 2023, can now check their results on its portal.

Moyosola Adesina, the head of the public affairs admonished the candidates who sat for the examination to visit the council’s official website to check their results with the requirements.

Accordingly, the requirements to check WAEC-related results are; examination number; Scratch card pin; Examination serial number; Examination year, and Type of Examination.

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Amos Dangut, the head of National Office, West African Certificate Examination, Nigeria, said as of Monday a press conference in Lagos.

Dangut revealed that the examination would take place from Wednesday, January 31 and end on Saturday, February 17, 2024, across Nigeria.

In November 2023, the council, in a press release, announced that it had concluded plans to conduct its WASSCE for private candidates, using the computer-based model.

Dangut said the council was aware that the news of this innovation was initially greeted with some level of resistance, saying, “This only served as fuel for the council to forge ahead on its course to conduct the CB-WASSCE.”

He added that however, the council was encouraged by the acceptance of the innovation as evidenced in the number of entries received so far.

“As of today, Monday, January 29, 2024, a total of 8,285 candidates from across the federation have registered for the examination.

“Out of this number, 3,949 are male, representing 47.66% while 4,336 are female, representing 52.3% of the total candidature,” he said.

Dangut explained that candidates would be examined in 19 subjects, made up of 26 papers in a hybrid mode.

“Plans have, therefore, been concluded for this first-ever computer-based examination, which will be delivered in hybrid mode. The hybrid mode entails that, the objective or multiple choice questions will be rendered on-screen and candidates are required to give their responses on the screen.

“The essay and practical questions will be rendered on-screen, likewise, but candidates will be required to give their responses using the answer booklets provided,” he said.

He called on candidates to visit WAEC’s e-learning portal for materials that would demonstrate to candidates, the requirements for the conduct of the CB-WASSCE.

“We are set for the conduct of CB-WASSCE for private candidates, in 2024.

“We have and will always work hand-in-hand with the Federal Ministry of Education, the various State Ministries of Education, the Nigeria Police Force, other security agencies and stakeholders, to deliver, as usual, a credible examination to the Nigerian child and the general public,” he declared.

Candidates are expected to log on to the mockcbt.waec.org.ng portal from their mobile phones or personal computers to take the examination.

The mock examination portal will be accessible all day, for the two days.

Candidates would be allowed to access the mock examination page a second time if the first attempt fails.

Again, the “Information containing login details of registered candidates will be sent to their respective email addresses and phone numbers as soon as registration closes.

“Also, a link to the tutorial video on how to use the examination portal will be made available on all our social media platforms.

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced the commencement of the first-ever free computer-based mock exam for private applicants participating in the 2024 first-series West African Senior Secondary School Examination (WASSCE).

Reports  has it that all prospective candidates are encouraged to participate in the mock test, slated for January 23rd–24th 2024, as declared in a press statement e-signed and released by the Acting Head of Public Affairs at the WAEC National Office,The statement reads, “WAEC has scheduled a free Mock Examination for all the prospective candidates for the first-ever Computer-Based WASSCE for Private Candidates, 2024- First Series which starts on Wednesday, 31st January 2024.

By achieving this feat, Orevaoghene Whiskey continues to shine bright as a beacon of hope for young girls across Africa who aspire to pursue careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

Her progression from overall best in the InterswitchSPAK 4.0 competition to demonstrating remarkable achievement in the West African examination serves as a compelling illustration of the profound influence of determination and diligence, and the pivotal role that InterswitchSPAK plays in identifying and nurturing the potential of young African talent.

Speaking on this incredible feat, Cherry Eromosele, Executive Vice President, Group Marketing and Communications at Interswitch Group, expressed her delight and admiration, stating, “Oreva’s exceptional accomplishments are a testament to her dedication, intelligence, and unwavering commitment to excellence. Her success in the InterswitchSPAK competition and subsequent triumph in the WASSC examination exemplifies the transformative power of educational platforms like InterswitchSPAK in nurturing young talents and fostering a passion for STEM subjects among our youth.

She reinstated that InterswitchSPAK remains steadfast in its commitment to empower the next generation of African innovators, and  Oreva’s achievement will undoubtedly serve as a source of inspiration for years to come.

InterswitchSPAK National Science competition has been at the forefront of promoting STEM education in Africa and has provided a platform for young minds to showcase their talents, problem-solving abilities, and passion for STEM.

Interswitch remains unwavering in its commitment to inspiring the next generation of Africans through transformative platforms like InterswitchSPAK, building a world where dreams become reality, and where STEM is not just a field of study but a gateway to a brighter, more innovative future.

This is part of continued efforts to foster youth development through the strengthening of science and technology education across the country.

In line with this commitment, MTNF through the Science & Technology Laboratory Project recently showed support to students and teachers of St. Aquinas College, Akure, by renovating the school’s science laboratory. The initiative, currently in its second phase, is designed to lay a solid foundation in science education, through the promotion of teaching and learning outcomes of key science subjects.

The school received a full renovation of their chemistry, physics and biology science laboratories including; installation of laboratory furniture, supply of laboratory equipment & consumables, installation of solar-powered borehole and installation of alternative power solution, to enable students access both power solution and practical  science basics.

To further aid the science and technology development, MTNF also facilitated training for the laboratory staff to provide a comprehensive user-training to the students. Other public secondary schools set to benefit from this initiative include St Augustine College, Igbuzor, Delta state  and Queens College, Lagos.

Between 2005 to 2013, a review of students’ performance in Biology in the West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) in Nigeria, revealed fluctuation and downward trend in academic performance. The same review showed poor academic performances have also been persistently recorded in the sciences, with difficulties associated with learning conditions and infrastructure.

Speaking on the need to foster science and technology in public schools, Prince Julius Adelusi-Adeluyi, Chairman, MTN Foundation,  said: “The importance of education and technology in the development of our nation cannot be overstated.  Science and Technology play an important role in promoting economies of advanced countries hence the decision by the Foundation to commit huge resources in projects that advance science and technology in the country.’’

Recall that in 2013, the MTNF through the Science and Technology Laboratory Project  supported over 2,000 Nigerian students across public schools in Lagos, Abuja, Edo, Kwara, Katsina, Bauchi and Abia, with renovation of science laboratories and modern school supplies.

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Other active steps taken by MTN Foundation to empower the Nigerian youth through quality education can also be seen in MTN Foundation Scholarships Scheme and ICT and Business Skills Training.

Over the years, the Foundation has invested in infrastructure for Science, Technology, Engineering (STEM) education in Nigeria.