In a significant policy shift, the Federal Government has announced a new directive that will impact the educational trajectory of Nigerian students. According to a statement released by The Nigerian Stories on their official X platform, students who have not fulfilled the mandatory years of study at the secondary school level will no longer be eligible to sit for the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) or the National Examinations Council (NECO) exams.
This decisive move, spearheaded by the Federal Government, is aimed at ensuring that students are adequately prepared before they face these critical examinations that often determine their academic and career paths. The government’s decision underscores a commitment to upholding the standards of education in Nigeria and curbing the practice of students being rushed through their studies.
Education experts have lauded the government’s stance, highlighting that it will foster a more rigorous academic environment where students are encouraged to thoroughly engage with their curriculum before being tested at such a high level. However, this policy is expected to send ripples through the educational sector, as schools, parents, and students must now strictly adhere to the stipulated academic timelines.
The Federal Government’s directive is poised to reshape the landscape of secondary education in Nigeria, ensuring that students are not just exam-ready but truly educated by the time they step into these pivotal assessments.
PIONEER NEWS 