WAEC 2025: Shocking Drop in Student Performance Nationwide Nigerians React as Over 30% of Candidates Fail Core Subjects

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results — and the numbers are causing serious concern.

According to WAEC’s Head of National Office, Dr. Amos Dangut, over 1.6 million candidates sat for the exam across Nigeria. Out of this figure, only 75.55% earned credits in at least five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics — a noticeable drop from the 79.81% recorded in 2024.

Breakdown of the 2025 WAEC Results

Speaking at a press briefing in Lagos on Monday, Dr. Dangut revealed that a total of 1,613,733 students registered for the May/June WASSCE. From that number, 1,476,938 candidates — or 91.58% — had their results fully processed and released.

However, the success rate dipped compared to last year:

Only 1,287,920 candidates achieved at least five credits including English and Mathematics.

This shows a decline of 4.26% from the previous year.

Meanwhile, 8.59% of candidates earned five credits but without English and Mathematics.

Results Withheld for Malpractice

WAEC also announced that results for 262,803 candidates — roughly 16.27% — have been withheld over suspected examination malpractice. These cases are currently under investigation, and the outcomes will be communicated later.

How to Check the 2025 WAEC Result

Candidates can check their results online by visiting www.waecdirect.org and following these steps:

1. Enter your 10-digit WAEC Exam Number

2. Select the examination year (2025)

3. Choose the exam type (School Candidate Result)

4. Enter your e-PIN

5. Click “Submit” to view your result

Alternatively, candidates can check via SMS:

Send this format:

WAECExamNumberPIN*ExamYear

To: 32327

Example: WAEC*4250101001*123456789012*2025

Note: This works on MTN, Glo, and Airtel networks only.

What This Means for Education in Nigeria

The drop in performance has sparked fresh debate about the quality of secondary education in Nigeria. Though WAEC did not explain the reasons behind the decline, many believe factors such as inadequate learning environments, poor study culture, and the country’s economic challenges may be contributing to the trend.

What do you think is responsible for this decline in student performance? Share your thoughts in the comments, and don’t forget to share this article to keep others informed.

Based on reports from The Nation.

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