WAEC releases provisional results, the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released provisional results of 37,825 candidates who sat for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination for Private Candidates, 2023 – Second Series.
According to WAEC, the entry figure comprised 17,389 males and 20,725 females. The figure also included 16 visually impaired candidates.
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A statement by the Head of Public Affairs, John Kapi said a total of 1,231 candidates who registered for the examination were absent.
“The results of 289 candidates alleged to have been involved in various cases of examination malpractice have been withheld, pending the conclusion of investigations into the cases of malpractice. These malpractices include collusion, impersonation, bringing foreign materials, including mobile phones, into the examination hall, and seeking external assistance among others.
“It is important to note that the results of candidates may be withheld, released, or canceled depending on the findings of investigations.,” it said.
The statement also cautioned the public to be wary of scammers who contact candidates and promise to upgrade their results for a fee payable through mobile money transfers.
“Candidates are to note that WAEC’s results database is well-secured and all results can be authenticated. Institutions and organizations are therefore advised to confirm or verify results presented to them directly from WAEC, access the confirmation/verification service online at the WAEC website, or download the WAEC QR Code,” it said.
