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*REPS SEEK SUSPENSION OF WAEC CBT EXAMS UNTIL 2030📝*

The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Ministry of Education and WAEC to suspend the planned Computer-Based Testing (CBT) for the 2026 school examinations until 2030.

Lawmakers argued that most schools, especially in rural areas, lack computers, internet access, electricity, and trained teachers needed for CBT. The House advised the government to use the 2026–2029 budgets to provide computer facilities, recruit ICT teachers, and assess schools’ readiness.

The motion, sponsored by Rep. Kelechi Wogu, warned that rushing the policy could lead to mass failure, frustration, and depression among students, noting that WAEC exams involve more complex papers than JAMB.

The House directed its committees on education and technology to work with relevant stakeholders and report back within four weeks.

WAEC, however, has continued its preparations for full CBT rollout, following partial implementation for private candidates in 2024. #2025