The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially released the results for the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for private candidates, second series. Candidates who sat for the examination between October 25 and December 20, 2024, can now check their results online.
Breakdown of 2024 WAEC Private Candidates’ Results
According to Moyosola Adesina, the Acting Public Affairs Officer of WAEC, a total of 65,023 candidates sat for the exams across various centres in Nigeria.
Here are key statistics from the results:
- 53.64% (34,878 candidates) obtained credit and above in at least five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics.
- 67.55% (43,923 candidates) secured credit and above in five subjects, regardless of English Language or Mathematics.
- Male candidates: 16,886 (48.41% of successful candidates).
- Female candidates: 17,992 (51.58% of successful candidates).
How to Check Your WAEC 2024 Private Candidate Results
Candidates who participated in the exam can check their results using the following steps:
- Visit www.waecdirect.org.
- Enter your WAEC Examination Number and Year of Examination.
- Input your Scratch Card Serial Number and PIN.
- Click Submit to view your results.
- For a digital copy of your certificate, visit www.waec.org.
What to Do If Your WAEC Result Is Withheld
A total of 2,577 candidates had their results withheld due to alleged examination malpractice. If your result is affected, here’s what you should do:
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- Visit the WAEC Notice of Examination Malpractice Portal at https://waecinternational.org/complaints.
- Respond to the allegations by submitting the required details and evidence.
- WAEC will investigate the case, including reviewing submitted evidence.
- The Council’s relevant committee will make a final decision and communicate it directly to affected candidates.
WAEC Results Trend – A Comparison With Previous Years
The percentage of candidates who obtained credit and above in at least five subjects, including English and Mathematics, has improved over the past three years:
- 2022: 42.16% of candidates passed with at least five credits.
- 2023: 44.29% achieved the same feat.
- 2024: 53.64% met this requirement, marking a significant increase.
This improvement shows a positive trend in candidates’ performance, reflecting better exam preparedness and effective learning strategies.
Final Thoughts
The release of the 2024 WAEC Private Candidates’ results is a crucial moment for many students aiming for higher education or career advancement. If you wrote the exam, check your results now and take the necessary steps based on your outcome.
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