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The Administrative and Finance Committee of the West African Examinations Council has passed a vote of confidence in the leadership of the Nigeria National Office headed by Dr Amos Dangut, despite mounting pressure from workers’ unions calling for his removal.
The endorsement was announced after the Committee’s 240th meeting held in Ibadan, where members reviewed the operations of WAEC Nigeria and the ongoing conduct of the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination.
The Committee, regarded as WAEC’s highest advisory body on administrative and financial matters in Nigeria, commended Dangut and his management team for what it described as effective leadership, operational efficiency and institutional discipline.
According to the Committee, these qualities ensured the uninterrupted conduct of the ongoing WASSCE despite recent industrial actions and disagreements involving staff unions.
It stated that the smooth conduct of the examination amid protests reflected strong coordination, professionalism and commitment to maintaining credible examination standards across the sub-region.
The Committee reaffirmed confidence in Dangut’s ability to continue leading the national office, noting that the management had shown resilience and focus in handling administrative duties and stakeholder relations.
It also warned against actions capable of damaging the integrity, stability and reputation of the Council, stressing that WAEC’s institutional mandate must remain protected at all times.
The development comes after members of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions staged a three-day protest at WAEC’s national office in Yaba over alleged unfair labour practices, welfare concerns and victimisation.
Although the union later suspended the industrial action, it maintained its demand for the removal of Dangut as Head of National Office.
Speaking on behalf of the union, Kayode Ogunyade said workers had consolidated their grievances into a single demand, insisting that “Dangut must go,” while warning that further action could follow if the issue remained unresolved.
He, however, confirmed that examinations were not disrupted and staff members had resumed work.
Despite the agitation, WAEC maintained that its operations remained stable nationwide, assuring candidates, parents and education stakeholders that the integrity of the 2026 WASSCE had not been compromised.
The Council also reiterated its commitment to transparency, staff welfare and industrial harmony, noting that discussions with union representatives were ongoing within established administrative procedures.
WAEC further stated that while it remains open to dialogue, engagements must be conducted without disrupting the Council’s statutory responsibilities across member countries.
The Committee added that its vote of confidence reflects a united stance in support of continuity, stability and the preservation of WAEC’s credibility as a regional examination body.
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