FG Unveils Computer Based Testing Platform To Curb Exams Malpractice

In a significant move to safeguard the integrity of Nigeria’s examination system, the Federal Government has announced the transition of all examinations into a Computer-Based Testing (CBT) platform within the next three years, aimed at ensuring a more secure and efficient examination process.

The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa announced this at a high-level meeting with the Registrars of JAMB, NECO, the Head of the National Office for the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), and the Director of Senior Secondary Education in Abuja.

The meeting also set up a committee to address key issues, including exam leakages, identity theft, fraud, and improving supervision.

A statement from the Director of Press in the Ministry of Education, Boriowo Folasade saysvthat the interface focused on devising strategies to improve the quality of examinations across the Country.

Dr. Alausa emphasized the government’s unwavering stance on zero tolerance for examination malpractice, asserting the need to protect the sanctity of all examinations.

He maintained the government’s commitment to upholding the integrity of high-stakes and achievement exams conducted by NECO and WAEC, as well as placement exams administered by JAMB.

“This is a significant step towards building a robust and credible examination system for Nigeria. We are moving swiftly to protect the future of our education system and ensure that our students’ achievements are recognized fairly and accurately,” Dr. Alausa remarked.

Also, speaking on the issue of examination malpractice, Minister of State for Education, Dr. Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmad expressed deep concern over the prevalence of such unethical practices in Nigeria’s educational system.

She highlighted alarming practices such as students pooling funds to access leaked answers via WhatsApp and schools bribing officials to enable cheating.

Dr. Ahmad emphasized that these acts undermine the credibility of assessments and compromise the moral and academic development of students.

She reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to enforcing strict measures to combat malpractice, ensure accountability, and uphold the integrity of the nation’s examination system.

She called on all stakeholders to work together in restoring fairness and transparency.

With these measures in place, Nigeria is poised to strengthen the credibility of its educational system and set a new standard for examination security

PR/Nkiruka Okeke