WAEC Announces Results of First-Ever CBT Exam: Key Highlights and Analysis
Written by Deborah Oyinloye on March 23, 2024
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Nigeria has unveiled the results of the inaugural Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (CB-WASSCE) for Private Candidates, First Series 2024. The examination was conducted from Wednesday, January 31, to Saturday, February 17, 2024.
A total of 8,139 candidates participated in the exam across 140 Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres nationwide. WAEC introduced a hybrid examination method for this CB-WASSCE, where questions were displayed on computers. Multiple-choice answers were submitted directly on the computer, while essay and practical test answers were recorded in booklets provided to the candidates.
Key Performance Statistics:
- 42.07% (3,424 candidates) secured credit and above in at least five subjects, regardless of whether they passed English Language or Mathematics.
- Notably, 30.95% (2,519 candidates) achieved credit and above in a minimum of five subjects, including both English Language and Mathematics.
The coordination and marking of the examination papers were conducted at three venues: Lagos, Enugu, and Kaduna, from March 1 to 16, 2024. A team of 459 examiners was involved in this exercise.
Comparative Analysis:
- The 2024 entry figure stood at 8,362 candidates, marking a 4.30% decline from the 2023 figure of 8,738 candidates.
- Despite the slight decrease in candidature, 8,139 candidates completed the exam at the designated 140 CBT centres across the country.
Inclusivity and Special Needs:
WAEC also highlighted its commitment to inclusivity by accommodating candidates with special needs. Among the examinees, 21 candidates had varying degrees of special needs:
– Nine were visually impaired,
– Two had hearing impairments,
– Two were Albinos.
In emphasizing inclusivity, WAEC stated, “We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates, including those with special needs, to excel in their academic pursuits.”
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Author: Deborah Oyinloye
With an interest in media, Deborah aims to impart the lives of people positively.
Agbedo Lotanna Blossom On March 23, 2024 at 9:16 pm
This is lovely, I wish the candidates success in there academic jounery.
Tomiwa On March 23, 2024 at 11:21 pm
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Abiodun Wasilat On March 25, 2024 at 8:40 am
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