The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) says delays in the 2026 WASSCE examinations are linked to two main factors: logistical and operational challenges, and the prevailing security situation. WAEC attributes the immediate disruption to a crash that occurred on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, in which three WAEC officials died while transporting sensitive examination materials between states. WAEC says the accident directly affects the movement and handling of those materials, contributing to the postponement or delay of exam activities.
In addition to the crash, WAEC points to insecurity as another contributing factor. The Punch reports WAEC also raises concerns about the security environment alongside the fatal accident, indicating that exam operations and logistics are affected beyond the single incident. Together, the sources describe WAEC’s explanation for why examination schedules shift, emphasizing the loss of personnel and the broader challenges faced in transporting official materials and conducting the examinations.
WAEC’s statements indicate it is still managing the fallout from the incident and related operational and security constraints.
