The National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) has declared its frustration over West African Examinations Council (WAEC) prolonged delay in releasing withheld WASSCE results, stating that the union has run out of patience.
NUGS Chairman, Noah Osei Asenso, said that WAEC’s decision to release the results on February 28, 2025, is unacceptable, as it comes too late for students to enroll in tertiary institutions.
“We’ve been patient enough for WAEC,” Asenso said. “Some students had their results on December 29, 2024, and have already secured admissions. But for the rest of us, we are told to wait until February 28—after all university admissions have closed. What are we supposed to do with those results?”
The student body has described WAEC’s handling of the situation as unjust and a misuse of discretionary power. Asenso noted that WAEC must be reformed to prevent similar issues in the future. He added that the protest is not just about demanding the release of results but also about ensuring fairness and transparency in WAEC’s operations.
In response to the crisis, affected students have spoken out about the psychological toll of the delay. One student, who wished to remain anonymous, told ABC News GH, “I was called to assist with investigations, but I did nothing wrong. Now, my future is on hold, and it’s unfair.” NUGS has vowed to keep protesting until WAEC takes full responsibility and provides justice for affected students.
