The West African Examination Council (WAEC) has recently released the highly anticipated results for the 2023 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).
As students and parents eagerly awaited the outcome, the examination body announced the results on Monday, shedding light on some noteworthy trends.
According to Patrick Areghan, the Head of Nigeria’s Office (HNO) of WAEC, 1,613,733 candidates sat for the 2023 examination. However, the joy of success was not without its challenges as the results of 262,803 candidates are currently being withheld due to reported cases of examination malpractice.
Amidst this concern, there is a glimmer of hope and celebration for a significant number of candidates. The pass rate witnessed a notable improvement with 1,361,608 candidates or 84.38 percent, achieving credit and above in a minimum of five subjects, irrespective of whether English Language or Mathematics was included.
Even more impressive, 1,287,920 candidates or 79.81 percent of the total candidates secured credits and above in a minimum of five subjects, including both English Language and Mathematics.
The increase in pass rates not only reflects the dedication and hard work of the candidates but also speaks to the effectiveness of educational institutions and teachers in preparing students for this critical examination.
It serves as a testament to the commitment of educators and students alike to strive for excellence in education.
Nevertheless, the issue of examination malpractice remains a significant concern that must be addressed head-on.