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Nigeria Education News Today: WAEC Releases 2025 Private WASSCE Results, Launches Digital Certificates; JAMB Warns 2026 UTME Candidates
Introduction:
There are a few important updates Nigerian students and candidates should note within the last 24–48 hours. WAEC has released the 2025 Second Series Computer-Based WASSCE results for private candidates and also announced the full rollout of its digital certificate service. In addition, JAMB has again warned 2026 UTME/Direct Entry candidates and CBT centres to avoid registration infractions and to follow its cashless registration process strictly. These updates matter because they affect how candidates check results, access certificates, and complete UTME registration without mistakes.
Main Content:
WAEC Releases 2025 Second Series CB-WASSCE Results for Private Candidates
What happened:
WAEC announced the release of results for the 2025 Second Series Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (CB-WASSCE) for private candidates. WAEC said the results were released in a statement issued by its Public Affairs office.
Key details candidates should know:
- WAEC reported that 42.17% of candidates obtained at least five credit passes including English Language and Mathematics.
- WAEC also stated that 94.21% of candidates who sat for the exam had their results processed and released, while some candidates still have a few subjects being processed due to errors linked to them.
- WAEC indicated that some results were withheld in connection with reported cases of examination malpractice, pending investigation and final decisions by the appropriate committee.
Who it affects:
This update is mainly for private candidates who sat for the 2025 Second Series CB-WASSCE, including those using the result for admission, job applications, or certificate verification.
What students should do next:
Candidates should check their results through WAEC’s official result-checking channels, confirm their details are correct, and follow WAEC’s guidance on how to access certificates (digital or physical) based on their needs.
WAEC Fully Rolls Out Digital Certificate Service (WAEC DigiCert)
What happened:
WAEC announced the full implementation of its Digital Certificate Services System (WAEC DigiCert) across its member countries, including Nigeria. WAEC explained that the platform is designed to give candidates and institutions easier access to digital versions of original certificates.
What WAEC says the service can do:
- Allow candidates to access, request, confirm, and securely share digital copies of certificates with institutions.
- Help users verify authenticity and reduce delays linked to manual certificate processes.
- Support recovery of lost WAEC examination numbers through the system (as stated in the announcement).
Who it affects:
This affects all WAEC candidates (past and present) who may need faster certificate access for school admissions, scholarships, employment, or international applications.
What students should do next:
If you need your certificate urgently, start learning WAEC’s official process for using DigiCert and the certificate request portal. Keep your WAEC details safe and avoid paying third parties who claim they can “fast-track” certificates outside WAEC’s approved channels.
JAMB Repeats Warning on 2026 UTME Registration Infractions and Cashless Registration
What happened:
In its latest updates around the 2026 UTME/Direct Entry exercise, JAMB has continued to warn candidates and CBT centres against registration infractions and has reaffirmed that the cashless registration system remains in force.
What this means in simple terms:
- Registration must be done properly at JAMB-accredited CBT centres and candidates should ensure their details (NIN data, names, date of birth, and subject choices) are correct before final submission.
- Candidates should avoid shortcuts, proxy registration, or giving out personal login details, because mistakes can affect admission chances later.
- JAMB’s cashless approach is meant to reduce exploitation and ensure fees are handled through approved channels.
Who it affects:
This affects all 2026 UTME and Direct Entry candidates, as well as CBT centres involved in the registration process.
What students should do next:
Register early, use only accredited centres, double-check every detail on your registration slip, and keep your profile code, ePIN, and passwords private.
What This Means for Students
- If you wrote WAEC private (Second Series CB-WASSCE): Check your result as soon as possible and confirm your grades, especially if you need them for admission or job processing.
- If you need a WAEC certificate: Learn the official steps for digital certificate access and physical certificate requests. Do not depend on unverified agents.
- If you are registering for 2026 UTME/DE: Avoid mistakes during registration. A small error in name, subjects, or choice of institution can create big problems later.
- Keep records: Save screenshots/printouts of important pages, keep your exam numbers safe, and store your registration slip and result details securely.
- Stay alert for official notices: Follow only updates from WAEC, JAMB, and your chosen school’s official communication channels.
Conclusion
Today’s key updates are clear: WAEC has released results for the 2025 private Second Series CB-WASSCE and is also expanding access through its digital certificate service, while JAMB is emphasizing careful, rule-based registration for the 2026 UTME/DE process. Students should remain calm, follow official instructions, and avoid rushing into costly mistakes. For verified updates and clear explanations, keep checking ExamScholars.com regularly.
