Lagos Postpones BECE Papers Scheduled for July 1, Over Oro Festival | Check New Date Here

The Lagos State Government has postponed all Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) papers scheduled for Wednesday, July 1, 2026, following the declaration of the Oro Festival in parts of the Ikorodu Division.

The postponement was announced by the Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education (MBSE) through the Lagos State Examinations Board and affects only the papers slated for Wednesday, 1st July 2026.

According to the official statement, the affected examinations have been rescheduled for Tuesday, July 7, 2026, while every other paper on the timetable will be conducted as originally planned.

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The government, however, highlighted that the decision was reached after consultations with relevant stakeholders to ensure the safety of candidates, examination officials, and other participants, and to guarantee the smooth conduct of the statewide examination.

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In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Ministry said the 2026 BECE, which began on Monday, June 29, had recorded a slight adjustment to its timetable.

"The Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education (MBSE), through the Lagos State Examinations Board, has notified all candidates, parents, guardians, school authorities, and the general public that the Year 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), which commenced successfully on Monday, 29 June 2026, has recorded a slight adjustment to its examination timetable."

Explaining the reason for the adjustment, the Ministry stated:

"Following the declaration of the Oro Festival in parts of the Ikorodu Division on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, and after due consultation with relevant stakeholders, the State Government has approved the postponement of all BECE papers earlier scheduled for the day."

The Board confirmed that the postponed papers would now be written on Tuesday, July 7.

"The affected examination papers will now be written on Tuesday, 7th July 2026, while all other examination papers will be conducted on their previously scheduled dates."

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It added that the decision was taken to prevent disruptions and ensure that the examination is conducted in a secure and orderly environment.

"This decision has been taken as a precautionary measure to safeguard the lives of candidates, examination personnel, and other stakeholders, as well as to ensure the smooth and orderly conduct of the examination without disruption."

While expressing regret over any inconvenience the change may have caused, the Lagos State Examinations Board appealed to parents, guardians, school administrators, candidates, and the general public for their understanding and cooperation.

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Candidates have been advised to obtain the revised examination timetable through their respective schools and make adequate preparations for the rescheduled papers.

The Board also reiterated its commitment to conducting credible, transparent, and hitch-free examinations in line with Lagos State's educational objectives.