The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to transition all examinations in the country to a Computer-Based Testing (CBT) platform within the next three years.
This initiative aims to tackle widespread examination malpractice and ensure a more secure and efficient examination process, according to Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, Minister of Education, who announced the transition plan during a high-level meeting focused on tackling exam malpractices.
Alausa explains that, the government is taking a zero-tolerance stance on examination malpractice, therefore a dedicated committee has been established to tackle critical issues, including identity theft and examination malpractices. This committee will be officially inaugurated in January 2025.
Education Minister: CBT will check identity theft, other examination malpractices
”The government,” the Education Minister says, “is taking a zero-tolerance stance on examination malpractice. There is need to protect the sanctity of all examinations and uphold the integrity of high-stakes exams.”
Alausa explains that, the government is taking a zero-tolerance stance on examination malpractice, therefore a dedicated committee has been established to tackle critical issues, including identity theft and examination malpractices. This committee will be officially inaugurated in January 2025.
Dr. Suwaiba Said Ahmad, Minister of State for Education, who also expresses concern about the prevalence of malpractice in the education sector, calls for collaborative efforts to restore transparency and fairness to the examination process. “All stakeholders are urged to work together to restore fairness and transparency,” according to her.
The transition to CBT is expected to enhance efficiency and security in the administration of examinations, marking a significant step toward restoring transparency to the educational system, according to the Education Ministry.
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