Lagos Govt Launches Eko Learners’ Support for WAEC and NECO Candidates
Ahead of the upcoming May/June Senior School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE) conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the National Examination Council (NECO), the Lagos State Government has introduced a learners’ support initiative to assist students in adequately preparing for these external exams.
The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Jamiu Alli-Balogun, unveiled the e-learning platform, named Eko Learners’ Support, on Tuesday at the State’s Education Resource Centre in Ojodu. The platform, for now, offers 320 lessons across 10 core subjects, including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Economics, Government, History, Literature-in-English, and Yoruba.
The initiative also includes a TV program, which serves as an alternative teaching method outside traditional classroom settings. Scheduled to run for 26 weeks leading up to the May/June WASSCE, each episode is 30 minutes long and will be archived for future access by students. Lessons will also be permanently available on social media platforms like YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter).
Mr. Alli-Balogun emphasized the importance of proper preparation for WAEC and NECO exams. He noted that the learning materials would be accessible to public and private school students, particularly those in terminal classes. He described the initiative as a valuable investment in the future of Lagos State students and Nigeria as a whole.
According to the commissioner, the Sanwo-Olu administration prioritizes education as a cornerstone of development, ensuring quality education for all students regardless of socio-economic status. He also mentioned the fluctuating performance of Lagos State students in recent WASSCE results and expressed the government’s commitment to achieving steady improvements in both WAEC and NECO outcomes.
While WASSCE registration is free for SS3 students in state-owned schools under the government’s free education policy, Mr. Alli-Balogun acknowledged that some students also self-register for the NECO exams. Hence, the state government aims to provide equal support and resources to public and private school students alike to excel in both exams.
What sets the Eko Learners’ Support apart from other similar initiatives nationwide is its interactive nature. Students can utilize the learning materials independently, provide feedback, ask questions, and collaborate with classmates. The lessons follow the approved state government scheme of work and align with the WAEC and NECO syllabuses.
The lessons are sequentially prepared and delivered, enabling students to revisit missed topics and study at their convenience. Mr. Alli-Balogun encouraged students to take full advantage of the program, highlighting that education is a lifelong journey.
Students present at the launch expressed their appreciation for the initiative, noting its usefulness in their preparation for their terminal exams. They commended the Lagos State Government for introducing the program, especially at a time when they could not afford private tutorials.
The Eko Learners’ Support initiative, developed by a team of educators under the Ministry of Education, involves lessons facilitated by no fewer than 30 highly proficient teachers, recruited through rigorous screening processes.
