The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced that starting from next year candidates would be require to submit their National Identification Numbers (NIN) to register for the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) conducted by the regional examining body.
The Head of National Office, Patrick Areghan, stated this during a briefing on Tuesday at WAEC Headquarters in Yaba, Lagos.
According to Areghan, the decision was in line with the law of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
He said: “As we continue to make progress in the conduct of the Council’s business in Nigeria, National Identification Number (NIN) will become a major requirement for registration for the WASSCE examination with effect from the WASSCE for School Candidates, 2022 and subsequent diets (No NIN, no entry!).
“This means that all prospective candidates must register with the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) and get their National Identification Number (NIN). This is in line with the Federal Government’s Policy, as directed by the Federal Ministry of Education.”