In a significant announcement, the National Examination Council (NECO) has officially released the results for the 2023 Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE). The Registrar and Chief Executive Officer, Dantali Wushishi, made this announcement on Tuesday, October 10th, 2023, at the NECO Headquarters in Minna, Niger State. This blog post provides a breakdown of the key details shared by the Registrar, shedding light on the candidates’ performance, the number of candidates who sat for the exam, and issues surrounding examination malpractices.
Performance Overview:
According to the Registrar’s report, a total of 1,196,985 candidates participated in the examination. Of these, 616,398 were males, and 580,587 were females. Additionally, 1,543 candidates with special needs took part in the examinations. The Registrar highlighted that 737,308 candidates, representing 61.60 percent, passed with five credits and above. Furthermore, 1,013,611 candidates, constituting 84.68 percent, achieved five credits irrespective of their performance in English and Mathematics.
Examination Malpractices:
Wushishi revealed that 93 schools were implicated in large-scale cheating during the examination. Additionally, 52 supervisors were suggested for blacklisting due to inadequate supervision and their involvement in aiding and abetting cheating. The Registrar emphasized that the implicated schools would be summoned for a discussion, after which suitable sanctions would be imposed.
Special Needs Candidates:
A notable aspect of the results is the inclusion of candidates with special needs. Among the 1,542 candidates classified under this category, there were 913 candidates with hearing impairment, 162 with visual impairment, 103 with Albinism, 61 with Autism, 149 with low vision, and 154 with Adermatoglyphia, a condition characterized by the absence of fingerprints.
How to Check Your NECO Result:
For candidates eager to access their results, the NECO has provided an online platform on its official website. Detailed guidelines on how to check the results can be found on the council’s website. To ensure accuracy, candidates are encouraged to follow the official guidelines provided by NECO.
Conclusion:
The release of the 2023 SSCE results by NECO marks a crucial moment for students and education stakeholders. While celebrating the success of candidates, it is essential to address issues of examination malpractices to maintain the integrity of the examination process. The inclusion of candidates with special needs reflects a commitment to inclusivity in education, emphasizing the importance of catering to diverse learning needs.
