Mother Demands Mass Protest Against WAEC, Claims Students Took Exams at Midnight

 

Mother Demands Protest Over Alleged WAEC Exam Irregularities

A Nigerian mother has sparked a national debate by calling for a mass protest against the West African Examinations Council (WAEC). She alleges that her child and many others failed English and Mathematics due to exams being held late into the night, sometimes until midnight.

Allegations and Reactions

▪ The mother claims that many students started their exams in the afternoon and were still writing as late as 11 PM or midnight, describing this as highly irregular and unfair.

▪ She accused WAEC of poor organization, asserting that the exam schedule and logistics contributed to widespread failure in key subjects.

▪ The video of her plea gained mixed reactions online:

▪ Some users supported her call, citing similar experiences or general logistical failures by WAEC.

▪ Others denied the claims, stating that WAEC had already debunked allegations of midnight exams and that their siblings performed well.

▪ One comment mentioned a rumor that WAEC promised to add marks due to the chaos.

WAEC's Stance

▪ WAEC had previously denied holding any midnight exams and stated they would never request centers to bring candidates' scripts to their office, as such actions are not part of their official procedures.

▪ The council consistently advises the public to rely only on information disseminated through its official handles and accredited media channels.

The incident has reignited conversations about educational standards, exam integrity, and the responsibilities of both students and examination bodies in Nigeria.