The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has reaffirmed its readiness to ensure a seamless and transparent conduct of the 2026 Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (CB-WASSCE).
During a sensitisation campaign in Lagos on Wednesday, the Head of the National Office, Dr. Amos Dangut, assured students, parents, and schools that every candidate who registers for the examination will participate without hitches—whether in Nigeria or abroad.
The awareness campaign covered several parts of Lagos, including Yaba, Ojo, Ikeja, Ikorodu, Maryland, and Surulere.
Dr. Dangut explained that the sensitisation exercise aims to familiarise schools and candidates with the new computer-based system, allowing them to practise ahead of the examination.
> “Some people are still doubting, some are still wondering whether this CB-WASSCE is real. We have conducted five examinations successfully using this system. Every candidate who registers for the 2026 CB-WASSCE will write the exam—whether offshore or onshore, in the UK or anywhere. CB-WASSCE is the future of examinations,” he stated.
According to him, the full deployment of the computer-based mode will not only enhance efficiency but also significantly reduce malpractice and logistical challenges.
“Records are there. All five examinations conducted through the computer-based mode recorded lower cases of malpractice and better candidate performance. So, there’s nothing to fear. Let’s take this message to all stakeholders,” he said.
Dr. Dangut also dismissed rumours that WAEC had arbitrarily removed some subjects from its Continuous Assessment (CASS) portal. He clarified that certain trade subjects were removed following directives from relevant education authorities, as they were no longer part of the approved curriculum.
“For instance, auto merchandising has been discontinued. Keeping such subjects on the CASS portal would serve no purpose. However, while some subjects have been renamed, their content remains largely the same,” he explained.
He reaffirmed WAEC’s commitment to credible and technology-driven examinations, stressing that the Council’s adoption of computer-based testing places Nigeria among nations leading in digital assessment innovation.
“WAEC is responsible, law-abiding, and proactive. We are determined to ensure Nigeria remains at the forefront of using computer technology to improve education and assessment,” he added.
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