WAEC Withholds 2026 WASSCE Results of 50 Schools Over Alleged Examination Malpractice

WAEC Withholds 2026 WASSCE Results of 50 Schools Over Alleged Examination Malpractice Affected Schools Given 14 Days to Respond Published by OGB Admission Hub News Desk The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has withheld the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results of candidates from 50 secondary schools across Nigeria over alleged cases of examination malpractice. According to reports, the affected schools have been directed to submit detailed explanations regarding the alleged infractions within 14 days , failing which further sanctions may be imposed. WAEC explained that the withholding of results is part of its established procedure for investigating suspected examination malpractice. A withheld result is not automatically cancelled ; it remains under investigation until the Council reaches a final decision. What Happens Next? The affected schools are expected to: Submit reports explaining the alleged malpractice. Cooperate with WAEC's investigation. Await the Council's final decision. Following its investigation, WAEC may: Release the withheld results if allegations are not substantiated. Cancel affected subject(s). Cancel entire results where malpractice is established. Impose additional sanctions in accordance with the WAEC Examination Bye-Laws. 2026 WAEC WASSCE Performance at a Glance The 2026 examination recorded a strong overall performance: Total candidates: 1,969,313 Candidates with at least five credits including English and Mathematics: 1,373,923 Overall pass rate: 69.77% Candidates below the benchmark: 595,390 ( 30.23% ) Candidates whose results were withheld over alleged malpractice: 205,101 (10.42%) . List of Schools Named in the Notice The report identifies the following schools: Victory College, Lagos State Christ Apostolic Grammar School, Ibadan Pope John Paul II Minor Seminary, Okpoma, Cross River Greenfield Academy, Abuja Dominion Comprehensive College, Port Harcourt Ideal Comprehensive College, Enugu Rosebud College, Benin City Heritage College, Jos Great Minds College, Kaduna Excellence Scholars Academy, Kano Fountain of Knowledge College, Abeokuta City Gate College, Ilorin Dominion University Secondary School, Uyo White House College, Asaba Noble Hall School, Warri Deeper Life High School, Gbagada Springfield College, Ondo Wisdom Gate College, Makurdi Royal Heritage Academy, Calabar Success College, Awka Prime International School, Gwarinpa Legacy College, Sokoto Command Day Secondary School, Ikeja Rock Foundation College, Minna Bethany High School, Yola Bright Future Academy, Bauchi Prestige College, Lagos Hallmark Academy, Owerri Graceland College, Akure Solid Rock Academy, Ilorin Palmcrest International School, Port Harcourt Twin City College, Ado-Ekiti Model College, Bida Gospel Light College, Ijebu-Ode Redeemed Christian School, Katsina Treasured Life College, Uyo Supreme Education Foundation, Abeokuta Scholars International College, Maiduguri Pearl Comprehensive College, Lokoja Dynamic Heights College, Yenagoa Oxford College, Ibadan Kingsway Academy, Gombe City of Knowledge College, Kaduna The Ambassadors College, Enugu Progress International School, Asaba Emmanuel College, Port Harcourt Sweetwaters Secondary School, Lagos Hope Academy, Lafia Faith Comprehensive College, Uromi Topfaith International School, Jalingo. Advice to Candidates Candidates whose results have been withheld are advised to: Remain calm while WAEC concludes its investigation. Contact their schools for updates. Avoid fraudsters who claim they can "release" withheld results for a fee. Follow only official WAEC announcements and updates from their schools. Plan Your Admission with OGB Admission Hub As the admission season progresses, make informed decisions with OGB Admission Hub . With OGB Admission Hub, you can: ✅ Read verified admission news. ✅ Practise with 170,000+ JAMB CBT questions . ✅ Calculate your admission chances using university-specific admission formulas . ✅ Check departmental cut-off marks and admission requirements. ✅ Track Post-UTME forms and application deadlines. 🌐 Visit: www.ogbadmissionhub.com OGB Admission Hub Read • Practice • Calculate • Gain Admission with Confidence.