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Updated Aug 3, 2026
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WAEC exam fee hike stirred public backlash leading to suspension of the proposed increase and ongoing disputes involving unions.
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WAEC exam fee hike stirred public backlash leading to suspension of the proposed increase and ongoing disputes involving unions.
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) faced significant public backlash after proposing a fee hike for its exams, including NECO fees. This led the Federal Government to suspend the proposed N50,000 exam fee increase. Additionally, WAEC became embroiled in disputes with the Nigeria Association of Senior University Staff (NASU) over strike actions, while union opinions differ on the causes.
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