NECO Speaks On Extending 2021 SSCE Registration For Internal Candidates

The National Examinations Council (NECO) on Wednesday stated that it will not extend the registration period for the 2021 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) for school-based candidates.

Naija News reports that this was made known on Wednesday by NECO’s Head of Information and Public Relations Division, Azeez Sani.

He said the registration exercise which started on 31st March will close on Friday, 25th June 2021, and will not be subjected to extension.

Sani added that the examination will commence unfailingly on Monday, 5th July 2021.

According to him, this will enable efficient and effective planning for the examination logistics required for the smooth conduct of the 2021 SSCE internal candidates.

“State Ministries of Education, Commandants, Principals, Proprietors, and other relevant stakeholders are enjoined to take note of the closing date and ensure timely completion of their candidates’ registration.

“The Council assures all stakeholders of its resolve to have seamless conduct of the 2021 SSCE”, he further stated.