WAEC Board Visits CBT Pilot School, Commends Management For Exceptional Conduct

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) National Office and Board Members paid a courtesy visit to Start Rite School, a pioneer pilot school for the Computer-Based Testing (CBT) style examination.

The visit aimed to assess the school’s readiness and conduct during the CBT exams.

Dr Josiah Dangut, Head National Office, commended the students and school management for their exceptional conduct during the ongoing exams.

He expressed satisfaction with the school’s infrastructure, technical capabilities, and overall exam administration.

The WAEC team described the execution of the CBT exams as seamless, attributing the success to the school’s thorough preparation and effective invigilation.

The students demonstrated confidence and familiarity with the CBT format, showcasing their adaptability and technical skills.

The Head Boy of the School, Chibueze Ajuibe, who just bagged 342 in UTME, gave the vote of thanks to the WAEC team.

He confirmed that so far he and his fellow students had not experienced any difficulty using the new format.

Start Rite School’s participation as a pilot school underscores its commitment to innovation and excellence in education.

The school’s experience will historically serve as a reference point while contributing to refining in the CBT process and benefiting other schools and students nationwide.