FG Suspends Proposed WAEC, NECO Fee Hike for 2027

The Federal Government has announced the suspension of the proposed increase in the registration fees for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WAEC) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) for the 2027 examination cycle.

The decision follows widespread reactions from parents, students, school owners, education stakeholders, and members of the public who expressed concerns over the financial burden that a fee increase would place on Nigerian families amid the current economic realities.

According to the Federal Government, the suspension is temporary and is intended to create room for extensive consultations with all relevant stakeholders before any final decision is made. The government emphasized that it is committed to ensuring that examination fees remain affordable while also considering the operational needs of the examination bodies.

The proposed increase had generated significant public debate, with many Nigerians arguing that raising examination fees at this time could prevent thousands of eligible students from registering for their final secondary school examinations. Education advocates also called on the government to explore alternative funding options rather than transferring additional costs to parents and guardians.

By suspending the proposal, the government has demonstrated its willingness to listen to public concerns and engage in constructive dialogue before implementing policies that directly affect millions of students across the country.

For now, candidates preparing for the 2027 WAEC and NECO examinations are advised to remain calm, as no new registration fee has been approved. Any future decision regarding examination fees will be communicated officially after consultations have been concluded.

Parents, students, and school administrators are encouraged to rely only on official announcements from the Federal Ministry of Education, WAEC, and NECO, and to disregard unverified reports circulating on social media.

This development offers temporary relief to many families and reinforces the importance of stakeholder engagement in shaping educational policies that promote access to quality education for every Nigerian child.

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