Will the Government of Nigeria issue an official clarification or follow-up statement regarding the approved WAEC/NECO fee increase before 11:59 PM WAT on July 17, 2026?

Outcome: YES

How this forecast is settled

Will the Nigerian government explain or provide more details about the WAEC/NECO fee increase before July 17? Public attention and concerns about the new fees make a follow-up statement likely.

Resolution

Yes, the Government of Nigeria did issue a definitive follow-up statement regarding the proposed WAEC and NECO fee increase before July 17, 2026. On Monday, July 13, 2026, the Federal Ministry of Education officially announced the complete suspension of the planned registration fee hike.

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