The National Examinations Council (NECO) has begun advocating for the introduction of its examinations in all schools across the 36 states of the federation, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
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According to a statement issued by the head of the Information and Public Relations Division of NECO, Mr. Azeez Sani, the examination body has started approaching state governors across the country for the introduction of NECO examinations in both public and private schools in their states.
The examination board had earlier secured the approval of the Ebonyi state governor, Dave Umahi, for NECO examination to be compulsory in his state and furthermore, the Cross River State government also gave its approval to make all public examinations conducted by NECO compulsory for all public schools in the state.
Sani listed the examinations involved to include the National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE), Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), and the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) in all their schools.
He noted that, following the success scored in Ebonyi and Cross River state, the examination body was more than eager to spread its wings to other parts of the country, adding that with NECO being the only national indigenous examination body in the country, it deserves the support of all Nigerians.
FAQs
What is NECO planning regarding making its examinations compulsory in all schools?
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has announced that it is working on plans to make its examinations compulsory for all secondary schools across Nigeria. This means that both public and private schools will be required to register their students for NECO examinations, ensuring uniform participation and standardization in assessment nationwide.
Why does NECO want to make its examinations compulsory in all schools?
NECO’s decision aims to promote fairness, national educational standards, and inclusivity in secondary education. By making its exams compulsory, NECO seeks to ensure that all students—especially those in rural or underserved areas—have equal access to credible certification, while reducing the overreliance on foreign or regional exam bodies like WAEC.
When will NECO’s compulsory examination policy take effect?
As of now, NECO is still in the planning and consultation stages with key stakeholders such as the Federal Ministry of Education, state governments, and school administrators. The implementation date has not been officially announced, but updates are expected once agreements are finalized and necessary policies are approved.