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The Digest:

The Federal Government and the National Assembly have officially endorsed the West African Examinations Council's (WAEC) plan to fully transition to Computer-Based Tests (CBT) for its examinations starting in 2026. This move, which aims to eradicate exam malpractice and secure the integrity of the education system, has been a subject of controversy since it was first announced.

Key Points:
  • The Federal Government and National Assembly have officially backed WAEC's plan to fully implement Computer-Based Tests (CBT) by 2026.
  • The move is a "deliberate step" to strengthen the credibility of examinations and combat widespread malpractice.
  • The Minister of Education, Maruf Alausa, stated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu fully supports the shift to CBT.
  • WAEC's Head of National Office, Amos Dangut, assured stakeholders that infrastructure concerns and cyber risks have been addressed.
  • The transition began with private candidates in 2024 and has shown "significant progress" and "empirically better" candidate performance.
  • WAEC will also introduce mock sessions and online practice platforms to help students familiarize themselves with the new system.
This collaboration between the government and WAEC signals a strong commitment to modernizing the country's examination processes. The endorsement comes as a definitive response to initial public opposition, with officials emphasizing the long-term benefits of a more secure and credible system. A Digital Shift.

Source: Channels Television