The West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results for Private Candidates of the 2023 Second Series have been released, with pride, by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) in Nigeria. This significant occasion signifies the conclusion of the nation’s students’ assiduous efforts, who took the test between October 27, 2023, and December 20, 2023.
A Quick Look at the WAEC GCE Results for 2023
85,600 individuals took the exam, which is 10.07% more than the previous year. 4,162 examiners from seven different places participated in the painstaking marking procedure, which demonstrates WAEC’s dedication to upholding strict academic standards.
Accessibility and Inclusion
211 candidates with special needs, such as those who are blind, hard of hearing, or visually impaired, were among the participants; these candidates received sufficient support, demonstrating WAEC’s commitment to diversity.
Performance and Representation of Gender
- 80,904 candidates in total took the test at 568 locations.
- Gender Distribution: 41,114 women and 39,790 men, indicating a balanced gender representation.
Highlights of Achievements
- Overall Performance: In a minimum of five topics, 57.19% of candidates received credits or above.
- Core Subjects: Nearly equal numbers of male (49.21%) and female (50.79%) applicants obtained credits and above in both English Language and Mathematics, Accounting for 44.29% of the total.
Advancement and Honesty
The results for this year show a slight increase in candidates meeting fundamental academic requirements, which supports the continued trend of academic excellence. Due to many instances of exam fraud, WAEC has withheld the results of 7,192 students, underscoring the strict steps the council takes to maintain integrity.
Examining Your Online Certificates and Results
By going to www.waecdirect.org, the official WAEC result-checking webpage, candidates can now view their results. A ground-breaking development is the addition of digital copies of certificates on www.waec.org, with the option to print physical copies via the WAEC Certificate Request Portal at https://certrequest.waec.ng/.
Recognizements and Goals for the Future
WAEC would like to congratulate all of the winning candidates and thank the government, educational ministries, and all other involved parties for their crucial support. The 2023 WASSCE for Private Candidates showcases the candidates’ combined dedication to Nigerian educational achievement in addition to their academic prowess.
Finally
In light of these accomplishments, WAEC pledges to maintain its commitment to improving Nigeria’s educational system and to providing the country’s youth with the highest standards of excellence and integrity.
Sources: Allschoolabs, Myschoolgist
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