WAEC Releases Results for 2026 Computer-Based WASSCE for Private Candidates
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has published the results for the first series of the 2026 Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (CB-WASSCE) aimed at private candidates. The results indicate that 32.72 percent of examinees achieved credits in at least five subjects, including key subjects like English and Mathematics.
A statement from Moyosola Adesina, Acting Director of Public Affairs at WAEC, confirmed that out of 10,480 candidates who participated in the examination, 3,429 candidates, or 32.72 percent, secured credits in five subjects or more. Furthermore, 4,598 candidates, accounting for 43.87 percent, received credits in at least five subjects, regardless of their performance in English and Mathematics.
The examination took place across Nigeria from January 28 to February 14, 2026, with a robust team of 608 examiners overseeing the coordination and assessment process. This year saw an increase in the number of candidates compared to the previous year, with registrations totaling 10,523, marking an 11.49 percent rise from the 2025 figure of 9,438.
Among those who sat for the exam, 5,106 were male and 5,374 were female, reflecting a gender distribution of 48.72 percent and 51.28 percent, respectively. Notably, 43 candidates with various special needs also participated in the exam, including 11 visually impaired candidates, four deaf candidates, and four candidates with albinism. WAEC ensured that all necessary accommodations were provided for these individuals during the examination.
Out of the total candidates, 8,418, or 80.32 percent, had their results fully processed and published. However, 2,062 candidates, representing 19.68 percent, have some subjects still being processed due to noted errors. Performance analysis has shown that of those whose results are processed, 1,847, or 53.86 percent, were male and 1,582, or 46.14 percent, were female.
Additionally, the results of 75 candidates, accounting for 0.72 percent of the total, have been withheld due to various allegations of examination malpractices. An investigation is currently underway, and the findings will be presented to the relevant WAEC committee for a final decision.
Lastly, WAEC encourages all candidates to verify their results by visiting www.waecdirect.org. They can also access digital copies of their certificates through the Digital Certificate Platform at www.waec.org.
