By Seun Ibiyemi
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC), Nigeria, has announced the release of results for the 2026 First Series of the Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (CB-WASSCE) for private candidates.
The examination, conducted between January 28 and February 14, 2026, saw a total of 10,523 candidates register—an 11.49 per cent increase from the 9,438 recorded in 2025. Of this number, 10,480 candidates eventually sat for the examination across 166 centres nationwide.
WAEC disclosed that 8,418 candidates, representing 80.32 per cent, have had their results fully processed and released, while 2,062 candidates (19.68 per cent) are still awaiting completion of some subject results due to errors traceable to them. The council assured that efforts are ongoing to finalise the outstanding results.
In terms of performance, 4,598 candidates, representing 43.87 per cent, obtained credit passes in at least five subjects, with or without English Language and Mathematics.
Meanwhile, 3,429 candidates, representing 32.72 per cent, secured credit passes in a minimum of five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics.
WAEC noted that this category reflects an improvement compared to previous years, with performance rising from 30.95 per cent in 2024 and 26.96 per cent in 2025, indicating a 5.76 per cent increase.
Gender analysis showed that of those who achieved five credits including English and Mathematics, 1,847 candidates (53.86 per cent) were male, while 1,582 (46.14 per cent) were female.
The council also revealed that 75 candidates, representing 0.72 per cent of the total number of candidates, had their results withheld over alleged examination malpractice. It stated that investigations are ongoing, and decisions will be communicated to affected candidates upon conclusion.
WAEC further highlighted inclusivity in the examination process, noting that 43 candidates with special needs participated, including visually impaired and hearing-impaired candidates, all of whom were adequately supported during the exercise.
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The marking process was conducted at three centres in Lagos, Enugu, and Kaduna, with the participation of 608 examiners.
Candidates have been advised to check their results via the WAEC results portal and access their digital certificates online, while applications for printed certificates can be made through the council’s certificate request platform.
The council congratulated successful candidates and commended stakeholders, including government agencies, security operatives, and examination officials, for their roles in ensuring a smooth conduct of the examination.
