The regional examination body, the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), at the weekend, officially released the results of the 2024 Second Diet of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for Private Candidates.

According to a statement to WAEC’s Ag. Head of Public Affairs, Moyosola Adesina, a total of 43,923 candidates, representing 67.55%, secured credits and above in at least five subjects.

Improved Performance In Core Subjects

The body explained that out of the 65,023 candidates who sat for the exam, 34,878 candidates (53.64%) achieved credits in five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics. This marks a 9.35% improvement compared to the 2022 and 2023 results.

Examination Conduct and Candidate Demographics

The examination was held across 5,067 centres, utilizing both paper-and-pen and Computer-Based Testing modes.

A total of 31,504 males and 33,519 females participated, with female candidates slightly leading at 51.55%.

Results Processing and Malpractice Cases

Other statistics showed that 95.90% (62,354 candidates) have had their results fully processed and released. 4.10% (2,669 candidates) are awaiting results due to processing errors. 3.96% (2,577 candidates) had their results withheld over allegations of examination malpractice.

The Council enjoined candidates with withheld results to visit the WAEC Notice of Examination Malpractice Portal for further details.

WAEC reaffirms its commitment to Fairness to transparency, fairness, and assurance that all candidates, including those with special needs, receive the necessary support.