FG to Transition All Nigerian Exams to 100% Computer-Based by 2027
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced a strategic plan to transition all national examinations to a fully computer-based format by 2027. This initiative, revealed by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, during the inauguration of the Committee on Improvement of Quality Examinations in Nigeria in Abuja, aims to standardize examination practices and enhance fairness and quality across the nation’s educational assessments.
Key Objectives of the Initiative:
- Elimination of Examination Malpractices: The government is committed to addressing issues such as examination leakages and identity theft. Dr. Alausa emphasized that malpractices are not solely the fault of students but also involve parents, teachers, school principals, and exam supervisors.
- Implementation of Computer-Based Testing (CBT): By leveraging technology, the government plans to facilitate the transition to CBT, which is expected to improve the integrity and efficiency of the examination process.
- Inclusion of Key Identifiers on Certificates: To enhance the authenticity of examination results, certificates will now feature three key identifiers: National Identification Numbers (NIN), candidates’ photographs, and their dates of birth.
The newly formed committee, led by Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), is tasked with implementing these reforms. Prof. Oloyede expressed gratitude to the Federal Government for the opportunity to lead the committee and pledged to fulfill its responsibilities promptly and effectively.
This comprehensive approach underscores the government’s dedication to improving the quality and integrity of educational assessments in Nigeria, ensuring a more reliable and standardized examination system for all stakeholders.
