WAEC announces date for 2021 examination

West African Examination Council, WAEC has announced the timetable for the conduct of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination, WASSCE for school candidates.

The head of the Nigeria national office of the council, Mr Patrick Areghan disclosed this on Tuesday

The body explained that the examination will run from Monday, August 16 to Friday October 8 across the sub-regions, with Nigeria concluding her examination on September 30.

Mr Areghan who noted that the management will adhere to COVID-19 protocols, including ensuring compliance by all stakeholders, said that body was liaising with security agencies to ensure smooth sail of the examination.

The WAEC boss also reiterated the body zero-tolerance stance against all forms of malpractices, rogue- website operators and the so called miracle centres.

The head of WAEC, Nigeria called on candidates to ensure that they have their National Identification Number, NIN as candidates will not be allowed to take subsequent examination.

Mr. Areghan who thanked the honourable minister of education for his support, added that WAEC was working with other relevant stakeholders to ensure a smooth hitched-free conduct of WASSCE for school candidates.

He added that the final timetable has been sent to all schools throughout WAEC branches and zonal offices for proper guidance.