The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced the commencement of the 78th Nigeria Examinations Committee (NEC) meeting, aimed at tackling malpractice and irregularities reported during the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates.
In a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, WAEC highlighted the significance of the meeting and urged stakeholders to stay informed. “The 78th Meeting of the Nigeria Examinations Committee (NEC) begins today to consider & decide on the malpractice/irregularity cases arising from the conduct of WASSCE for School Candidates, 2024,” the statement read.
The outcomes of this meeting are expected to have far-reaching implications for students and the educational system in Nigeria, particularly as it addresses the pressing issues of exam misconduct.
WAEC also encouraged candidates and the public to stay tuned for updates on the meeting’s decisions and outcomes
This meeting is crucial in determining the fate of these students as WAEC continues to uphold its commitment to exam integrity in the country.