In a recent development, the Nigerian Federal Government has clarified the age limit for candidates sitting for the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and National Examination Council (NECO) exams. According to a statement released by Educational Consultant Prof’lee9ja, the government has announced that candidates must be 18 years old or below to be eligible to write the exams.
The clarification comes as a result of growing concerns from parents and students about the age limit for the exams. Some have been worried that the current age limit of 16 years old is too restrictive, while others have argued that it is necessary to ensure that only students who are mature enough to take the exams are allowed to participate.
In a statement released by Prof’lee9ja, he emphasized that the new age limit is intended to ensure that only students who are ready to take the exams are allowed to participate. “The government has taken this decision to ensure that our students are well-prepared and capable of taking the exams,” he said. “We want to ensure that our students are able to compete with their peers from other countries and that they have a fair chance of passing the exams.”
Prof’lee9ja also explained that the new age limit will not apply to students who have special needs or disabilities. “We understand that some students may have special needs or disabilities that require them to take the exams at a later age,” he said. “We will make sure that these students are given special consideration and accommodations to enable them to take the exams comfortably.”
The new age limit will take effect from next year’s WAEC and NECO exams. The government has urged all stakeholders, including parents, teachers, and students, to familiarize themselves with the new age limit and to comply with it.
In conclusion, the Nigerian Federal Government’s clarification of the 18-year-old age limit for WAEC and NECO exams is a welcome development that will help to ensure that only students who are ready to take the exams are allowed to participate.