The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has commended the Ekiti State Government for upgrading ICT facilities in public secondary schools ahead of the transition to the computer-based format of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).
WAEC Ekiti State Branch Controller, Mr Amos Dogari, made the commendation during a visit to the State Commissioner for Education, Mrs Olabimpe Aderiye, in Ado Ekiti.
Dogari said the upgrade would ensure students and teachers are prepared for the new system, while enhancing examination integrity and promoting digital literacy.
He added that sensitisation programmes would be conducted across the state to inform students, teachers and parents about the computer-based testing process, encouraging informed participation and accountability.
Dogari explained that the WASSCE computer-based test is a hybrid model, with multiple-choice questions answered on screen and essay and practical questions answered in printed booklets.
Commissioner Aderiye assured that all public secondary schools in Ekiti are equipped with laptops to facilitate a smooth transition.
The development supports WAEC’s plan to fully migrate the WASSCE to a computer-based platform by 2026.
Dr Amos Dangut, Head of WAEC’s National Office, said the pilot computer-based test began with private candidates in 2024 and has made significant progress. He confirmed plans to expand the rollout nationwide by 2026.
