WAEC staffs nationwide protest won't affect 2026 WASSCE Conduct - Council Assured

WAEC staff nationwide protest won't affect 2026 WASSCE Conduct - Council Assured

The West African Examinations Council has assured candidates, parents, and schools that the ongoing 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination will continue without disruption despite the protest embarked upon by some members of its workforce.

WAEC gave the assurance in a statement issued from its Lagos headquarters, noting that all necessary measures had been put in place to ensure the smooth conduct of the examination across the country.

The council stated that it remains committed to protecting the integrity of the examination process while discussions continue with the protesting workers and their union representatives.

“The Council, as a law-abiding organization, respects the rights of unions and staff members to peacefully express their grievances,” said Moyosola F. Adesina, Acting Head of Public Affairs. “Every necessary step has been taken to address the issue and safeguard the smooth conduct of the examination.”

WAEC explained that the examination, which commenced earlier this week, has remained unhindered despite the industrial action. The body also urged the public to disregard rumours suggesting that the examination could be cancelled or delayed.

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According to the council, adjustments made to the examination schedule were linked to the reduction of subjects from 76 to 38 and the transition to a hybrid examination model. Management also dismissed allegations of indiscriminate dismissals, insisting that all disciplinary and promotion matters are handled in line with the staff handbook.

WAEC further defended the recruitment of contract examination officers, describing it as necessary to cope with increasing workloads across member countries in the sub-region.

Meanwhile, the protest was initiated by the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions following the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum issued to the council’s management. The union accused WAEC of several administrative infractions, including unilateral changes to examination structures, suspension of staff upgrade programmes, and poor welfare conditions.

Despite the tension, WAEC maintained that the future of candidates remains its “topmost priority” and reassured stakeholders that the 2026 WASSCE would be conducted seamlessly nationwide.