A Bill for an Act to Amend the West African Examinations Council Act, Cap. W4, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004, to Align With International Best Practices in Examination Administration, Strengthen Integrity, Ensure Transparency, and Facilitate Harmonisation With Internationally Recognised Qualifications such as the Gce A-Level, Cambridge International Examinations, and other Global Examination Systems; and for Related Matters.

Abstract

This Bill seeks to amend the West African Examinations Council Act to bring Nigeria's participation in the Council's activities into conformity with internationally recognised examination standards such as the GCE A-Level and Cambridge International Examinations; strengthen integrity safeguards; ensure transparent and auditable processes; and prohibit examination leakage with stiff penalties. It also establishes a framework for mutual recognition of WAEC qualifications with equivalent foreign qualifications