WAEC Seeks Exemption from Nationwide Strike to Ensure Completion of Exams
Highlighting the potential negative impact on students if the exams are disrupted, Dangut said, “If our children miss their exams while others in different parts of the country do not, will anyone give them admission because there was a strike?”
AKACHI NOEL 
The Head of the Nigeria National Office of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), Dr. Amos Dangut, has called for an exemption from the nationwide strike initiated by organized labor. The strike, which began on June 3, 2024, is in response to the Federal Government’s refusal to increase the proposed minimum wage from N60,000.
Dr. Dangut emphasized the importance of conducting the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), which started on April 30 and is scheduled to end on June 24, 2024. He expressed concern that the strike could disrupt the exams, placing Nigerian candidates at a global disadvantage.
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“We share the pains of Nigerian workers, but it is crucial for our children to complete their exams to remain competitive globally,” Dangut stated . He appealed to all stakeholders to facilitate an environment where the exams can proceed smoothly.
Highlighting the potential negative impact on students if the exams are disrupted, Dangut said, “If our children miss their exams while others in different parts of the country do not, will anyone give them admission because there was a strike?”
He urged the public to consider the long-term implications for students and allow the exams to continue without interruption. “We are prepared to conduct the exams, but we need an enabling environment,” he added.
The organized labor’s strike follows their demand for improved wages, reflecting the broader economic challenges facing the country. Dr. Dangut’s appeal underscores the critical balance between addressing labor issues and ensuring educational continuity for students.
