ABUJA – In a bid to restore integrity to the national examination system, the Federal Government has rolled out a series of stringent measures to combat malpractice in the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and National Examinations Council (NECO) exams.
According to a statement released on Monday by the Federal Ministry of Education, Education Minister Tunji Alausa and Minister of State Suwaiba Ahmed outlined key reforms aimed at enhancing transparency and fairness.
Key measures include:
· Enhanced Question Randomization: Each candidate will receive a uniquely sequenced set of exam questions to minimize collusion.
· Ban on SS3 Transfers: A strict prohibition against transferring students in Senior Secondary School Three (SS3) to prevent last-minute school changes linked to malpractice.
· Standardized Continuous Assessment Deadlines: Mandated submission timelines for Continuous Assessment records—first term (January), second term (April), and third term (August).
· Examination Learners’ Identity Number: A unique identifier for all candidates to enable effective tracking and accountability.
The ministers emphasized that these steps reflect the government’s commitment to conducting credible examinations aligned with global best practices.
“These measures are designed to ensure consistency, data integrity, and public confidence in our examination system,” the statement noted.
The ministry also assured collaboration with examination bodies, state governments, schools, and parents to ensure the smooth implementation of the reforms for the 2026 examination cycle.
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