Have WAEC 2025 Results Been Cancelled? What You Need to Know

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WAEC 2025 Results Cancelled? No, They Have Not

Have WAEC 2025 Results Been Cancelled? What You Need to Know


In recent days, a viral message has been circulating across WhatsApp, Facebook groups, and even some blogs, claiming that the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has cancelled the release of the 2025 May/June results due to widespread exam malpractice and AI-based cheating. As expected, this has created panic among students, parents, and schools.

We’ve been receiving several messages from students asking questions like:

  • "Has WAEC cancelled 2025 results?"

  • "Will WAEC release results this year?"

  • "Is the message about WAEC withholding results real?"

If you've come across such claims, do not panic. This post explains the real situation with verified facts from WAEC and the Federal Ministry of Education.

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The Viral Fake News Message Explained

The message currently going viral claims that WAEC 2025 results have been cancelled due to examination malpractice linked to AI-generated answers and leaked questions. It also falsely quotes a press release that was supposedly issued on July 20, 2025.

The fake message reads:

"The Federal Ministry of Education hereby cancels the 2025 WAEC May/June results due to evidence of widespread malpractice, including the use of AI tools to answer questions. All results are hereby withheld pending further investigation."

This statement is completely false.

WAEC and Ministry of Education Response

On July 21, 2025, both WAEC Nigeria and the Federal Ministry of Education issued official statements refuting the claims. According to their updates:

  • WAEC has not cancelled the 2025 May/June results.

  • There is no valid press release from the Ministry of Education confirming such cancellation.

  • WAEC 2025 examinations were concluded successfully, and the results are currently being processed.

WAEC also reminded the public that they only publish official updates on their website (https://www.waecnigeria.org) and verified social media pages.

Why This Fake News Is Dangerous

Fake news like this can cause unnecessary fear, anxiety, and distrust in national examination systems. Students begin to doubt their efforts, parents get worried, and schools face endless calls for clarification.

Here’s why this particular message spread quickly:

  • It pretends to quote a government press release.

  • It uses emotionally charged language like “AI cheating” and “mass cancellation.”

  • It mimics WAEC’s tone and formatting.

But again, WAEC 2025 results have not been cancelled. Always cross-check any viral news with the official WAEC or Ministry of Education channels.

What to Expect from WAEC 2025 Results

According to WAEC Nigeria:

  • Results will be released as scheduled (usually 45–60 days after the last paper).

  • Students can check their results on the official WAEC Result Checker portal once released.

  • Any cases of individual malpractice will be treated on a case-by-case basis — not as a mass cancellation.

Students should remain calm and stay away from rumors.

How to Identify Fake WAEC News

Here are some tips to protect yourself from misinformation:

  1. Always confirm on the official website: https://www.waecnigeria.org

  2. Ignore forwarded messages without proof.

  3. Beware of social media posts claiming to quote WAEC or the Ministry without a source.

  4. Follow only verified WAEC handles on Twitter (X), Facebook, and Instagram.

Conclusion

WAEC 2025 results have not been cancelled. The viral message going around is completely false. Students should remain focused and avoid falling for unverified rumors.

We urge the public to rely only on official updates from WAEC and the Federal Ministry of Education.

If you found this article helpful, share it with your classmates, teachers, and parents. Let’s stop the spread of fake news and support credible education in Nigeria.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is based on public statements from WAEC Nigeria and the Ministry of Education. We do not represent any examination body, nor do we have official affiliations with WAEC or the Federal Ministry of Education. All information shared is accurate as of the time of publication.

We strongly condemn and do not support examination malpractice or the spread of fake news in any form. Always confirm official updates directly from WAEC or authorized government education channels.

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