FG suspends review of 2027 WASSCE, NECO fee increase; withdraws June proposal
The Federal Government has suspended the proposed review of registration fees for the 2027 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination. Announced Monday, July 13, 2026, by the Federal Ministry of Education in a statement signed by Director of Press and Public Relations Boriowo Folasade, the letter proposing fee adjustments dated June 18, 2026, has been withdrawn to allow for a comprehensive review and broader stakeholder consultations before any final decision is taken.
This development affects millions of Nigerian students and families currently preparing for the 2027 examinations, as any adjustment to registration fees would directly impact household education budgets and planning. The suspension indicates the government is reconsidering initial plans for potential fee increases, likely responding to stakeholder concerns about affordability, thereby providing temporary relief while a more inclusive consultation process unfolds.
For now, no immediate fee changes are expected; the withdrawal means the current fee structure remains in place pending the outcome of the review. Students, parents, and educational institutions should monitor official communications from the Federal Ministry of Education, WAEC, and NECO for updates on the consultation process. Additional details regarding the revised timeline and scope of discussions are expected to be released as the review progresses, though no specific date for the next announcement has been specified.