The Nigerian government said it has suspended the proposed review of registration fees for the 2027 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE).
In a statement by the spokesperson for the Ministry of Education, Folasade Boriowo, the ministry said on Monday that the suspension followed feedback and concerns raised by stakeholders and other Nigerians.
“The ministry acknowledges the concerns and constructive feedback received from the public and appreciates the keen interest shown by Nigerians in matters relating to access to quality education,” the statement reads in part.
Proposed fee change
The ministry, in a letter dated 18 June to heads of WAEC and NECO, directed that the examination bodies review the cost of SSCE to a uniform fee of N50,000 per candidate.
