In a major development for students across West Africa, the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially released the much-anticipated results of the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). This announcement marks the end of an anxious wait for thousands of students who sat for the exams earlier this year, as they now have the opportunity to see how their hard work has paid off.
WAEC, the body responsible for organizing and conducting the WASSCE, made this important announcement on Monday, August 12, 2024. The news was shared via a post on the council’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, where they informed the public that the results are now available for viewing online. The council’s message has already started creating a buzz among students, parents, and schools eager to access the outcomes.
According to WAEC, the process of checking the results is straightforward and accessible to all candidates. The council emphasized that students can quickly find out their results by visiting the official result-checking portal provided by WAEC. The portal can be accessed by logging on to https://waecdirect.org, where candidates will need to input their examination details to view their performance.
In their statement, WAEC expressed their pleasure in making this announcement, noting the significance of the WASSCE results in shaping the future academic and career paths of students. “The West African Examinations Council is pleased to inform all candidates who sat for the WASSCE for School Candidates, 2024, that the results have officially been released today, Monday, August 12, 2024,” the post read. The council’s tone in the message reflected a sense of pride and accomplishment, as the release of these results marks the successful conclusion of another examination cycle.
For many students, the release of the WASSCE results is a critical moment. It represents the culmination of years of study, effort, and perseverance. The results will determine their next steps, whether that involves pursuing higher education, entering the workforce, or exploring other opportunities. As such, the importance of this announcement cannot be overstated.
WAEC has assured candidates that the online portal is user-friendly and designed to handle a high volume of traffic. However, due to the expected surge in users, they advised candidates to be patient if they encounter any delays while trying to access their results. The council also reminded students to have their exam details ready, including their examination number and serial number, to facilitate a smooth and quick check of their results.
For those who may be new to the process, here’s a step-by-step guide to checking your WASSCE results:
1. Visit the WAEC official result-checking portal: Go to https://waecdirect.org.
2. Enter your examination details: You’ll need your WAEC examination number, serial number, and PIN.
3. Select the exam year and type: Ensure that you choose the correct year (2024) and the exam type (School Candidate).
4. Submit and view your results: After entering all the necessary details, click the submit button, and your results will be displayed on the screen.
This year’s WASSCE was conducted across multiple countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, and Liberia.
