Today, the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, CON, announced a historic milestone in Nigeria’s education sector — the official transition of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) to Computer-Based Testing (CBT). This reform will strengthen the integrity of examinations, drastically reduce malpractice, and ensure Nigeria’s assessment system meets global standards.
For over 73 years, WAEC has remained a dependable partner in advancing education across West Africa. With innovations such as the Digital Examiners’ Mark Sheet, WAEC Konnect, the e-Learning platform, and the Digital Certificate Platform, the Council has consistently demonstrated its commitment to technological progress.
Under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, the Renewed Hope Agenda is transforming education at every level. From restructuring the national basic and senior secondary education curriculum and upgrading classrooms with modern tools, to reforming federal technical colleges, tertiary institutions, and medical education, the administration is laying strong and sustainable foundations that will outlive us.
The adoption of computer-based examinations is a deliberate step to safeguard the credibility of certificates and empower the Nigerian child with the skills needed for a knowledge-driven economy. The Honourable Minister reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that every Nigerian child has access to quality learning and the opportunity to fulfil their potential.
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