“Most of the over 25,500 schools across the country… do not have functional computers or qualified computer teachers.”
The House of Representatives has directed the Federal Ministry of Education and the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) to suspend plans to introduce computer-based testing (CBT) for the 2026 WASSCE.
The resolution followed a motion of urgent public importance moved by Hon. Kelechi Nworgu on Thursday, who warned of a “looming educational crisis” if the policy proceeds.
Nworgu said that while CBT works for JAMB, “most of the over 25,500 schools across the country, especially in rural areas, do not have functional computers or qualified computer teachers.” He added that many students “have never used a computer before, yet they are being compelled to take up to nine subjects through CBT.”
The lawmaker proposed deferring implementation to 2029–2030 after adequate infrastructure is provided. The House also urged government funding for ICT facilities, teacher recruitment, and power supply, mandating its committees to report within four weeks.