Important Update: Mandatory NIN Requirement for 2025 BECE and SSCE Registrations
Lagos, Nigeria — The Ministry of Education has announced a crucial update for students registering for the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) and Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE). In line with the directive from the Honourable Minister of Education, the insertion of candidates' National Identification Number (NIN) has been made compulsory for the registration process. This significant policy change aims to ensure that each candidate's NIN is inscribed on their certificates. The Council has emphasized the importance of this directive over the past years, advocating for the inclusion of the NIN during registration via the offline registration portal. Key Points of the Directive: 1. Compulsory NIN Insertion: - Schools are now required to input the candidates' authentic National Identification Number (NIN) during the offline registration before updating it online. 2. Updated Offline Application: - Schools that have previously downloaded...