The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has dismissed reports suggesting that it plans to restrict subject choices for candidates sitting for the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates.
In a statement released by the council, WAEC described the circulating information as false and misleading, urging parents, students, and school administrators to disregard such rumours. The examination body reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining fairness, flexibility, and inclusiveness in the conduct of its examinations across member countries.
WAEC emphasized that no changes have been made to the list of approved subjects or the structure of the WASSCE for school candidates. The council assured stakeholders that any official updates regarding registration procedures, subject combinations, or examination formats would be communicated directly through its official website and verified media channels.
The council further warned candidates to rely only on official information from WAEC offices, schools, or its website to avoid being misled by fake publications circulating online.
As preparations intensify ahead of the 2026 WASSCE, WAEC reiterated its dedication to upholding educational standards and supporting schools in ensuring a smooth and transparent examination process.