The Federal Ministry of Education has confirmed the resolution of the technical glitch that affected some results in the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), reassuring the public of its commitment to credible and transparent assessments.
Mediaplusng.com reports that the glitch occurred during post-release processing, specifically in subjects where WAEC introduced paper serialization as a new exam security measure. The issue was promptly escalated and resolved after a comprehensive briefing to the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa.
According to the Ministry, the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) acted swiftly and professionally, ensuring affected candidates will have access to their updated results through the official result checker portal within 24 hours. The Ministry also commended the patience and understanding of candidates, parents, and stakeholders during the brief delay.
This incident highlights the Ministry’s broader reform strategy under Dr. Alausa, which places strong emphasis on examination integrity across national testing bodies, including WAEC and the National Examinations Council (NECO). Mediaplusng.com reports that both bodies are preparing for a phased introduction of Computer-Based Testing (CBT), starting with the objective sections in November 2026.
The planned shift to CBT aims to significantly reduce examination malpractice, curb question leakages, and restore public trust in the examination system. Dr. Alausa reiterated that protecting the credibility of national exams is essential for the academic future of Nigerian students and the international value of their certificates.
The Ministry reaffirmed its resolve to collaborate with WAEC, NECO, and other stakeholders to build a transparent, merit-based education system that reflects the true abilities of learners and upholds Nigeria’s academic standards.
