FG suspends increase in WAEC and NECO fees

The Federal Government has suspended the proposed review of registration fees for the 2027 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE).

FG suspends increase in WAEC and NECO fees

The Federal Ministry of Education has announced that the letter conveying the proposed examination fee adjustment, dated June 18, 2026, has been withdrawn to allow for a comprehensive review and broader consultations with all relevant stakeholders before a final decision is made.

The Ministry acknowledges the concerns and constructive feedback received from the public and appreciates the strong interest shown by Nigerians in matters relating to access to quality education.

The proposed review was informed by prevailing economic realities and the rising cost of administering credible national examinations. Current examination registration fees have remained largely unchanged for several years despite significant increases in operational costs, including logistics, security, printing examination materials, technology deployment, quality assurance, and other essential services required to maintain the integrity and credibility of public examinations across the country.

Nevertheless, the Honorable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, CON, has directed that the proposal be placed on hold in line with the Federal Government’s commitment to inclusive, transparent, and evidence-based policymaking.

This decision underscores the Ministry’s determination to ensure that policies affecting millions of Nigerian students and their families are carefully considered, socially responsive, and reflective of the nation’s collective interest.

As part of the renewed review process, the Ministry will engage extensively with examination bodies, State Ministries of Education, school proprietors and administrators, parents’ associations, organized labor, education stakeholders, and other key partners to ensure that any future decision is fair, sustainable, transparent, and responsive to current realities while safeguarding access to education.

Accordingly, the proposed review of examination registration fees will not take effect, as previously communicated, pending the conclusion of the consultation process.

The Federal Ministry of Education reassures Nigerians that student welfare, equitable access to quality education, and responsible policymaking remain at the heart of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda for the education sector.

The Ministry appreciates the understanding, patience, and continued support of all stakeholders and remains committed to keeping the public fully informed throughout the consultation process.

FG suspends increase in WAEC and NECO fees

FG suspends increase in WAEC and NECO fees

FG suspends increase in WAEC and NECO fees

FG suspends increase in WAEC and NECO fees