Lagos, Nigeria — August 5, 2025 — The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has firmly denied the authenticity of a viral list circulating on social media, which purportedly named 151 schools whose May/June 2025 WASSCE results were allegedly withheld due to examination malpractice.
Fake Circular Widely Shared
The fake document, attributed to a nonexistent WAEC department and signed by “Dr. Florence Omobonike Ajayi, Director of Examination Malpractice & Irregularities,” claimed that the affected schools were ordered to appear before an investigative panel at WAEC’s Lagos Zonal Office within 10 working days—some with instruction to submit candidates’ scripts. The schools listed included well-known institutions in Lagos and other states.
WAEC’s Official Response
In an official statement, the Acting Head of Public Affairs, Moyosola Adesina, confirmed that:
- WAEC did not issue, authorize, or endorse the circular.
- WAEC does not have the department or office referenced in the document.
- The Council would never demand that schools produce student scripts, as schools do not have access to them.
- The only recognized identifiers for schools are their centre numbers, not names.
The public was urged to ignore the viral list and rely solely on information from WAEC’s verified social media handles and accredited media outlets.
Confirmed Release of Results
WAEC has also confirmed that the 2025 WASSCE results were released on schedule, with marking concluded and results made available on or before August 4, 2025. It rejected prior rumours of exam cancellation or withheld scores as “false and mischievous,” attributing them to misinformation circulated by mischief-makers seeking to cause panic.
Key Facts at a Glance
| Issue | WAEC’s Statement |
|---|---|
| Authenticity of the 151‑school list | Denied; not issued by WAEC |
| Existence of named department | Nonexistent within WAEC |
| Request for scripts from schools | Never made; implausible since schools don’t hold examination scripts |
| Release of 2025 WASSCE results | Confirmed, concluded by August 4, 2025 |
| Percentage of candidates passing | Around 38.32% achieved five credits including English and Mathematics |
Why This Matters
The spread of such misinformation can cause unnecessary anxiety among parents, students, and educators—particularly in the run-up to critical examinations and results periods. WAEC’s clarification aimed to restore public confidence and prevent the spread of panic based on unverified claims.
Final Note
WAEC reminded stakeholders and the public that all authentic communications from the Council are issued through its Public Affairs Department and shared via verified platforms. Any messages or circulars not issuing from those official channels should be treated as spurious.
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