FG Unveils Computer-Based NECO Examinations to Tackle Malpractice

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The Federal Government on Thursday announced the introduction of computer-based examinations by the National Examinations Council as part of major reforms aimed at curbing examination malpractice and modernising Nigeria’s assessment system.

Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, unveiled the reform during NECO’s 25th anniversary celebration held at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Conference Centre in Abuja.

Alausa said the computer-based examination system would commence this year and would enable real-time monitoring of candidates, tracking of suspicious activities and reduction of examination fraud across the country.

According to the minister, the reform is expected to strengthen the credibility of public examinations and align Nigeria’s educational assessment system with global standards.

He described NECO as a key institution in protecting integrity, fairness and accountability within the education sector, noting that the council had improved examination security, scoring reliability and access to examinations in underserved areas.

The minister added that the Federal Ministry of Education would continue to provide oversight to ensure that NECO’s examinations align with national educational goals and modern learning standards.

He also stressed the need for educational assessments to move beyond rote learning and focus on critical thinking, problem-solving and digital literacy.

In his remarks, NECO Registrar and Chief Executive, Dantani Ibrahim Wushishi, said the council had expanded beyond Nigeria and now conducts examinations in eight countries.

Wushishi stated that NECO had evolved from a body once faced with credibility concerns into an internationally recognised examination institution through transparent processes, prompt release of results and adoption of global best practices.

He disclosed that the council had introduced several reforms, including digital verification systems, e-certificates, data analytics platforms and infrastructure expansion across states.

The registrar also announced plans to strengthen anti-cheating measures, improve examination security and expand digital services as part of the council’s future agenda.

The event attracted government officials, lawmakers, education stakeholders and international assessment experts, including Mafu S. Rakometsi and Eshetu Kebede.

Stakeholders at the celebration described NECO’s growth over the past 25 years as a major achievement and expressed optimism that the shift to computer-based examinations would improve transparency, efficiency and global competitiveness in Nigeria’s education sector.

 

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