The Federal Government of Nigeria under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the transition of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) to Computer-Based Testing (CBT).
The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, made the announcement in a statement via his X handle, on Tuesday, September 2, describing the move as a “historic milestone” aimed at strengthening the integrity of examinations, reducing malpractice, and aligning Nigeria’s assessment system with global standards.
Alausa noted that under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Federal Government is implementing broad reforms through the Renewed Hope Agenda, including restructuring school curricula, modernising classrooms, and reforming technical, tertiary, and medical education.
The statement read “Today, I had the honour of announcing a historic milestone in our 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 our examinations, drastically reduce malpractice, and ensure Nigeria’s assessment system meets global standards.
“For over 73 years, #waecnigeria 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 shown its commitment to technological progress.
“Under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, #officialABAT, our Renewed Hope Agenda is transforming education at every level. From restructuring the national basic education and senior secondary education curriculum and upgrading classrooms with modern tools, to reforming our federal technical colleges, tertiary and medical education, we are laying strong and sustainable foundations that will outlive us.
“The adoption of computer-based examinations is a deliberate step to safeguard the credibility of our certificates and empower the Nigerian child with the skills needed for a knowledge-driven economy. As Minister of Education, I remain committed to ensuring that every Nigerian child has access to quality learning and the opportunity to fulfil their potential.
“To parents, teachers, and students: the Federal Ministry of Education will work closely with schools to ensure our learners are adequately prepared for this transition. Together, we will make this a smooth, successful, and transformative step forward.
“Education is the greatest legacy we can give our children — and together, we are securing its future.”
Source: X | DrTunjiAlausa
