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WAEC Reports Modest Improvement in 2026 Private WASSCE Results

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8 months ago

March 27, 2026

Q Tinny

WAEC 2026 private results show improvement as 32.72% of candidates secure five credits including English and Maths

The West African Examinations Council has reported that 32.72 per cent of candidates who sat the 2026 First Series of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination for Private Candidates obtained at least five credits, including English Language and Mathematics.

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The WAEC 2026 private results, released on Friday, indicate a marginal improvement of 5.76 percentage points compared to the 2025 First Series performance.

According to the council, 10,480 candidates sat the computer-based examination conducted between January 28 and February 14, 2026, across 166 centres nationwide. Of this number, 3,429 candidates met the benchmark requirement of five credits, including English and Mathematics.

A breakdown of the successful candidates shows that 1,847, representing 53.86 per cent, were male, while 1,582, or 46.14 per cent, were female.

The council noted that performance in this category had fluctuated in recent years, with 30.95 per cent recorded in 2024 and 26.96 per cent in 2025, underscoring the current improvement.

In a broader performance measure, WAEC disclosed that 4,598 candidates, representing 43.87 per cent, obtained at least five credits with or without English Language and Mathematics.

A total of 10,523 candidates registered for the examination, reflecting an 11.49 per cent increase compared to the 2025 entry figure.

Of those who sat the examination, 8,418 candidates, or 80.32 per cent, have had their results fully processed and released, while 2,062 candidates still have some subjects pending due to errors attributed to them.

The council said efforts were ongoing to complete the processing of outstanding results to ensure all affected candidates receive their full outcomes promptly.

In a notable inclusion, 43 candidates with special needs participated in the examination, including visually impaired and hearing-impaired candidates, all of whom were provided with necessary support.

WAEC also disclosed that 75 candidates, representing 0.72 per cent of the total, had their results withheld over alleged examination malpractice, with investigations currently underway.

Candidates have been advised to check their results online via the council’s official portal and access their digital certificates through designated platforms.

Also read: WAEC assures smooth rollout of CB-WASSCE 2026

The latest figures reflect a cautious but encouraging trend in performance, even as stakeholders continue to monitor standards and integrity in the examination system.

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Babcock Debunks Student’s Death Reports After Hostel Incident

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2 days ago

November 10, 2026

Mariam Balogun

Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, has dismissed reports claiming that a student involved in an incident at one of its residential halls had died, confirming that he is alive and receiving medical treatment.

The institution said the student was responding positively to treatment at the Babcock University Teaching Hospital following injuries sustained during the incident.

The clarification was contained in a statement issued on Monday and signed by the university’s Associate Vice-President, Communication, Media and Branding, Dr Johnson B. Akintayo.

The incident occurred on Sunday, November 8, and attracted public attention after videos showing the student near a hostel window ledge circulated on social media.

The footage showed some of his roommates attempting to restrain him and prevent him from falling.

According to the university, the situation was brought under control through the prompt intervention of the student’s roommates, whose actions helped prevent a more serious outcome.

However, the student and one of the roommates who participated in the rescue sustained injuries and were taken to the hospital for medical attention.

“Contrary to reports suggesting that the student may have died, we wish to assure the public that he is responding positively to treatment and is receiving the necessary medical care,” the statement said.

The university disclosed that the injured roommate had been treated and discharged, while the affected student remained under medical care.

It added that the student’s parents had been contacted and were already on campus to support him during his recovery.

Babcock University also announced that it had commenced an investigation to establish the immediate and underlying circumstances surrounding the incident.

The institution said the investigation would help determine what happened, identify possible contributing factors and establish measures to prevent a recurrence.

It urged members of the public and media organisations to avoid circulating unverified information or speculating about the cause of the incident while the investigation remained ongoing.

The university further commended the roommates who intervened, describing their prompt response as instrumental in preventing a potentially more tragic outcome.

It also appealed for sensitivity and restraint in public discussions about the incident, particularly out of respect for the student and his family.

Babcock reaffirmed its commitment to the safety, health and welfare of its students and employees, adding that it would continue to monitor the student’s recovery and provide the necessary support.