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JAMB NEWS3 min read2026-06-30

FG Bans Under-18 Students from Writing NECO and WAEC Exams

The Federal Government has officially prohibited individuals under 18 years old from sitting for the National Examinations Council (NECO) and West African Examinations Council (WAEC) exams, reinforcing an age requirement that alig...

Azeez

Azeez

30 Jun 2026

FG Bans Under-18 Students from Writing NECO and WAEC Exams
Key takeaways
  • The Federal Government has officially prohibited individuals under 18 years old from sitting for the National Examinations Council (NECO) and West African Examinations Council (WAEC) exams, reinforcing an age requirement that aligns with existing educational regulations.
  • This decision was announced by the Minister of Education, Prof.
  • Tahir Mamman, during an interview on Channels Television’s ‘Sunday Politics’ program.

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