WAEC Announces Date for Mock CBT to Prepare Candidates, Details Emerge
- WAEC announces mock computer-based test for private candidates on October 29, 2025, ahead of its full digital transition for WASSCE
- The new CBT format aims to curb examination malpractice and enhance the credibility and efficiency of WAEC’s assessment process
- Candidates are urged to log in to the mock platform using their exam numbers to familiarize themselves with the new testing interface
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced the commencement of a mock Computer-Based Test (CBT) for private candidates ahead of the 2025 Second Series of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).
According to the Council, the mock test will hold on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 8:00 a.m., and is designed to help candidates familiarize themselves with the new examination format before the main assessment.
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In a post on the council's official X account, candidates are advised to visit https://mockcbt.waec.org.ng and log in using their examination number 5010101520 to participate.
WAEC moves to curb exam malpractice
The introduction of CBT into the WASSCE system marks a major milestone in WAEC’s digital transition. The council explained that the new format is aimed at enhancing examination integrity and minimizing malpractice that has plagued paper-based tests in the past.
Earlier in the year, WAEC confirmed that the 2025 First Series will feature computer-based testing for the objective papers, while essay and practical sections will adopt a hybrid model. In this setup, questions will be displayed on a computer screen while candidates will write their responses in traditional answer booklets.
The examination body stated that this transition aligns with its broader goal of integrating technology into its operations to improve efficiency and credibility.
Candidates encouraged to prepare for transition
WAEC described the upcoming mock test as an opportunity for candidates to gain confidence and become comfortable with the CBT environment before the main examination. The Council assured that the exercise will be simple and user-friendly.
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A message from the examination board to candidates read: “We wish you success and a wonderful experience.”
The initiative is also expected to reduce logistical challenges, including the printing and movement of materials, while speeding up result processing.
WAEC hit by major exam leak scandal
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that the West African Examinations Council appeared to be losing guard regarding the integrity of its exams, which continue to be exposed to the general public and particularly to its candidates.
Legit.ng gathered that almost all the papers written so far in the ongoing May/June exam have been seen days before the exams were written.
On Wednesday, May 28, 2025, the English Language theory exam, billed to be written by 9 a.m., was postponed till evening because it was reportedly leaked.
Notwithstanding, the postponed paper also got leaked.
Although the regional examination body attributed the postponement of the exam to logistics, malpractice, security, and socio-cultural factors, leakage of the exam questions played a prominent role.
Student who failed WAEC multiple times finally graduates
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Abdazeez Ridwan, a Biomedical Engineering student who struggled for years to secure university admission after multiple failed attempts, had finally graduated with First Class honours from Abiola Ajimobi Technical University, formerly known as First Technical University, Ibadan.
Ridwan completed his five-year academic programme with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.64 out of 5.00, successfully earning 66 A’s out of 98 courses across 10 semesters and 204 course units.
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