The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has emphasised that proper registration of candidates is critical to the success of the Federal Government’s planned Computer-Based Examinations (CBE).

Mr. Tunde Ajibade, WAEC Branch Controller in Anambra State, made the assertion in Awka during a strategic meeting with the Ministry of Education and key education stakeholders, The Track News reports. The meeting focused on preparations and strategies for the smooth conduct of the 2025/2026 examinations.

Ajibade warned that errors during registration—such as uploading wrong images—could have long-term consequences, including disqualification and loss of admission opportunities. “With the planned adoption of CBE, registration officials must be thorough. A successful examination starts with proper registration,” he stressed, adding that entry into exam halls will require face verification.

He noted that the rising number of amendment requests caused by registration errors underscored the need for better training and sensitisation of officers. On examination centres, Ajibade said only schools that meet WAEC’s accreditation requirements would serve as CBE centres, while schools without adequate facilities will be merged with nearby accredited ones.

Addressing concerns about candidates with disabilities, WAEC’s Anambra Head of Examinations, Mr. Olanrewaju Fadehan, said schools must go beyond merely ticking a disability column and ensure they complete a proforma form for proper accommodations. He stressed the importance of advance notification to enable WAEC to prepare adequately.

The Anambra Commissioner for Education, Prof. Ngozi Chuma-Udeh, praised WAEC’s stakeholder engagement as a proactive step toward credible and transparent assessments. She reaffirmed the state government’s support for examination processes that strengthen quality education.