WAEC INTRODUCES STRICT ANTI-MALPRACTICE MEASURES FOR 2026 WASSCE

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced tougher integrity measures for the 2026 WASSCE as over 1.9 million candidates participate in the examination across Nigeria and neighbouring countries. According to WAEC, the new measures are aimed at reducing examination malpractice and improving the credibility of the examination process. The council revealed that the 2026 examination has seen a major increase in Computer-Based Testing (CBT), following the success of the system in previous exams. WAEC also disclosed that several schools outside Nigeria offering the WAEC syllabus have adopted the CBT format, showing growing confidence in the digital examination system. Meanwhile, the Federal Government has also introduced new reforms to fight malpractice in WAEC and NECO examinations. These include: ✅ Question randomisation ✅ Different question arrangements for candidates ✅ Stricter continuous assessment monitoring ✅ Stronger supervision policies The Ministry of Education stated that the reforms are designed to restore trust and transparency in Nigeria’s examination system. In another development, WAEC recently released the final timetable for the 2026 May/June WASSCE and advised candidates to prepare adequately ahead of the examinations. 📌 Key Facts: • Over 1.9 million candidates registered • CBT adoption increasing nationwide • Anti-cheating measures strengthened • WAEC timetable officially released Do you support CBT for WAEC examinations in Nigeria? 👇 Sources: WAEC, Punch, Guardian Nigeria