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The Digest:

The release of the 2025 WASSCE results has sparked widespread concern, with parents, teachers, and student bodies attributing the poor outcomes to systemic failures. The results revealed a significant drop in performance, with only 38.32% of candidates passing.


Key Points:
  • Only 38.32% of candidates achieved the required credits.
  • Parent Oluchi Kalu cites power outages as a key factor for the poor results.
  • NUT blames examination malpractice, late exams, and poor conditions.
  • NANS highlights technical issues and emotional exhaustion during exams.
  • NAPTAN calls for better teacher training and school facilities.
  • Teachers' welfare needs urgent attention to improve results.
  • The education system’s issues stem from historical neglect and underinvestment.

The poor WASSCE results underline urgent reforms needed in Nigeria’s education system, from teacher welfare to infrastructure. A collective effort is required to ensure that students are adequately prepared and supported.


Sources: Vanguard News, PUNCH, WAEC