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WAEC Releases 2024 WASSCE Private Candidates’ Results, Withholds 2,577

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1 year ago

February 17, 2025

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The West African Examinations Council has withheld 2,577 results of the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination for Private Candidates Second Series.

The results of the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination for Private Candidates Second Series were released on Sunday.

In a statement issued by the Acting Head of Public Affairs, Moyosola Adesina, on Sunday, WAEC disclosed that the examination was conducted in two modes: paper and pen, and a computer-based hybrid mode for the first time.

“The West African Examinations Council, Nigeria, wishes to announce to candidates, stakeholders, and the general public that the results of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination for Private Candidates, 2024–Second Series, have been released,” the statement read.

Candidates whose results were withheld are advised to visit the WAEC Notice of Examination Malpractice Portal to make representations.

The statement added, “2,577 candidates’ results, representing 3.96 per cent of the total number of candidates that sat the examination, were withheld in connection with various allegations of examination malpractice.

“Candidates whose results were withheld are advised to visit the WAEC Notice of Examination Malpractice Portal at: https//waecinternational.org/complaints to make representations with regard to allegations bordering on examination malpractice.

“All reported cases will be investigated, including exhibits obtained alongside candidates’ representations lodged on the portal. These will be evaluated and reports presented to the appropriate Committee of the Council for determination.

“The committee’s decision(s) will be communicated directly to the affected candidates.”

A total of 68,342 candidates registered for the examination, representing a 20 per cent decrease compared to 2023, while 65,023 candidates sat for the exam across 5,067 centres nationwide.

It noted that 157 candidates with special needs, including visually impaired and hearing-impaired, were accommodated during the exam.

It revealed that out of the total candidates who sat for the exam, 62,354 (95.90 per cent) had their results fully processed and released, while 2,669 (4.10 per cent) had some subjects still being processed due to errors traceable to them.

WAEC assured that efforts were underway to complete the processing as soon as possible.

Regarding performance, the council stated, “43,923 candidates (67.55 per cent) obtained credit and above in at least five subjects, with or without English Language and Mathematics.

“34,878 candidates (53.64 per cent) obtained credit and above in at least five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics.”

WAEC assured a notable improvement in the pass rate, with a 9.35 per cent increase in the number of candidates who obtained five credits, including English and Mathematics, compared to 2022 and 2023.

WAEC expressed gratitude to government agencies, security personnel, supervisors, invigilators, and examiners who contributed to the successful conduct of the examination.

“The results are a testament to their dedication and hard work. We wish all the candidates the best in their future endeavours,” Adesina stated.

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Transfer: Premier League Clubs Scramble For Dele-Bashiru

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4 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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Lazio midfielder, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is a subject of interest from three Premier League clubs, according to Sky Sports.

Lazio reportedly rejected offers from Nottingham Forest and Bournemouth for the Nigeria international in January.

La Biancolesti are bracing for more interest in Dele-Bashiru ahead of the summer transfer window, according to Sky Sports.

The 24-year-old has two years left on his contract with the Serie A club.

The attacking midfielder joined the Rome-based club from Turkish Super Lig outfit Hatayspor in 2024.

He has been a regular feature for Lazio this season.

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Xenophobic Attacks: Nigerian Students To Picket MTN, MultiChoice, Other Businesses

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May 6, 2026

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The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS South-West Zone D, has announced plans to picket South African companies in Nigeria following the ongoing xenophobic attacks in the country.

DAILY POST reports that some Nigerians were recently killed in South Africa over the violent attacks.

A statement issued to newsmen by Comrade Adeyemo Josiah Kayode, Coordinator, NANS South-West, Zone D, said that the association is mobilizing to take decisive and lawful action by organizing peaceful picketing and mass advocacy against South African business interests operating in Nigeria.

“We categorically state that the continued targeting of Nigerians under any guise is unacceptable and must come to an immediate end.

“This will include major corporations such as MTN Group and MultiChoice Group. It is morally indefensible for businesses to thrive in an environment where the lives of Nigerians are protected, while Nigerians are subjected to fear and violence elsewhere.

“This contradiction will no longer be tolerated,” the statement said.

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N5m, N10m Zero-interest Loans: SheVentures Opens Applications For Women Entrepreneurs

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7 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has opened a new round of applications for its SheVentures proposition, offering zero-interest loans of up to ₦10 million to women entrepreneurs to ease access to working capital and support business growth.

The facility provides loans ranging from ₦500,000 to ₦5 million under a general category, and ₦5 million to ₦10 million for sector-specific businesses, with funding capped at up to 50% of an applicant’s average monthly turnover.

At the centre of the offering is a 0% interest rate, with all charges embedded in a transparent structure.

Repayment is structured over four or six months, allowing businesses to match obligations with their cash flow cycles.

Yemisi Edun, Managing Director and Chief Executive of First City Monument Bank (FCMB), said the initiative reflects a deliberate approach to inclusive growth.

“Inclusive growth requires access to capital and the right conditions for businesses to deploy that capital effectively.

“Women-led enterprises are critical to economic activity, yet they face structural barriers.

This intervention aims to help close that gap by providing financing that supports job creation, business expansion, and long-term sustainability for women entrepreneurs.”

“Access to affordable finance remains a major constraint for women entrepreneurs,” said Nnenna Jacob-Ogogo, Group Head, SheVentures and Impact Segments at First City Monument Bank (FCMB).

“By removing the cost barrier and offering quick, flexible funding, this zero-interest loan is designed to safeguard existing jobs, enable businesses to invest in growth initiatives, and foster resilience in challenging economic conditions.”

Women-owned businesses account for a significant share of Nigeria’s small and medium-sized enterprises but continue to face high borrowing costs and limited access to credit.

Through these efforts, SheVentures tackles persistent financing gaps facing women-led businesses, combining targeted funding with broader support to empower women entrepreneurs, encourage business innovation, and enhance their ability to compete on a national scale.

Applications for the zero-interest loan are now open.Apply now.