The Federal Government has paused its plan to raise registration fees for the 2027 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE).This decision comes after public concerns and feedback about the proposed increase.

The Ministry of Education cited rising operational costs like logistics, security, printing materials, technology, and quality assurance as reasons for the fee review.

However, they decided to hold consultations with stakeholders including exam bodies, state education ministries, school owners, parents’ groups, labor unions, and other partners before finalizing any changes.

The suspension ensures policies affecting millions of students are carefully considered, aligning with the government’s commitment to inclusive policymaking.

The ministry emphasized that the fee hike won’t take effect until consultations conclude and reassured Nigerians about prioritizing student welfare and equitable education access under President Tinubu’s administration.