The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has firmly denied reports alleging that it has imposed subject restrictions on students or made alterations to Nigeria’s national curriculum, describing the claims as false and misleading.
In a statement issued by the Head of Public Affairs, Moyosola F. Adesina, the examination body clarified that it has no authority to modify the national curriculum and remains committed to implementing guidelines approved by relevant educational authorities.
WAEC stressed that curriculum development and policy formulation are the exclusive responsibility of the Federal Ministry of Education, noting that its role is limited to conducting examinations in line with approved national educational standards.
The Council’s clarification follows the circulation of reports suggesting that certain categories of students had been restricted in their subject selections and that changes had been introduced to the nation’s curriculum framework.
Reacting to the reports, WAEC categorically rejected the allegations, urging students, parents, schools, and other stakeholders not to be misled by unverified information circulating in the public domain.
“The Council does not alter or restrict the national curriculum. Curriculum design is the sole responsibility of the Federal Ministry of Education, and we strictly adhere to all approved national standards,” the statement emphasized.
WAEC warned that the spread of inaccurate information could create unnecessary anxiety among candidates preparing for examinations and lead to confusion within the education sector.
The examination body therefore advised members of the public to rely solely on official communication channels for accurate information regarding its operations, examinations, and policies.
According to the Council, all verified announcements and updates are disseminated through its official website and authorized social media platforms.
The latest clarification underscores WAEC’s determination to combat misinformation and maintain public confidence in the examination process, while reiterating that any decisions regarding curriculum content or subject requirements remain the responsibility of the Federal Ministry of Education.
The Council urged stakeholders to disregard the false claims and verify information through official sources before sharing or acting on reports concerning educational policies and examination matters.
