The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has defended the credibility of the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results, dismissing unverified claims circulating on social media questioning their accuracy.
The examination body said the results were produced through rigorous, transparent and quality-assured processes that have underpinned its operations for decades.
WAEC’s reaction followed what it described as a wave of public commentary, particularly from content creators and social media commentators, challenging the credibility of the recently released results.
In a statement issued by its Head of Public Affairs, Moyosola Adesina, the Council said it welcomed constructive scrutiny but urged the public to distinguish legitimate concerns from unverified claims.
“While the Council welcomes constructive scrutiny as part of its accountability to candidates, parents, schools, and the wider public, it wishes to state unequivocally that this year’s results were produced through the same rigorous, transparent, and quality-assured processes that have guided the Council’s operations for decades,” it said.
WAEC said the 2026 WASSCE for School Candidates was conducted in line with its established standard operating procedures and relevant educational policies, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Education.
The Council acknowledged that anxiety over examination results was understandable, particularly among candidates preparing to advance to the next stage of their education, but urged the public to exercise caution before accepting claims circulating online.
According to WAEC, every candidate’s script undergoes a multi-tiered process of marking, moderation and auditing. The process is guided by standardised marking schemes and overseen by vetted subject-matter experts to ensure objective and fair assessment.
The examination body also highlighted its established channels for candidates, parents, schools and other members of the public to raise concerns and seek clarification regarding examination results.
“WAEC maintains clear procedures for addressing queries or grievances,” the Council said, adding that guidance on resolving queries is available through its offices nationwide and verified online channels.
WAEC reiterated its commitment to maintaining the integrity of its assessment processes and protecting the interests of candidates.
It urged members of the public with concerns about the 2026 WASSCE results to contact the Council directly through its offices or verified communication channels rather than relying on unverified claims and speculation on social media.
