WAEC 2026/2027: Approved Subject Combination for Art Students

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has outlined the approved subject combination for Art students for the 2026/2027 academic session.

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has outlined the approved subject combination for Art students for the 2026/2027 academic session.

While some subjects may overlap with those offered by Science or Commercial students, such as Economics, Biology, and Agricultural Science, Art students are expected to focus on humanities and social science-based subjects.

The core WAEC subjects for Art students include:

  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Civic Education
  • Literature in English
  • Government or History
  • Religious Studies (Christian Religious Studies or Islamic Religious Studies)
  • One Nigerian Language (Yoruba, Igbo, or Hausa)
  • Economics

In addition to these, Art students may also choose from other available subjects such as Arabic Studies, French, Music, Commerce, Agricultural Science, or Biology, depending on their school’s curriculum and areas of interest.

These subjects provide a balanced foundation for pursuing university programmes in Law, Mass Communication, Political Science, International Relations, Theatre Arts, Linguistics, and other art-related disciplines.

Kano State Tops NECO Rankings as Best-Performing State

The National Examination Council (NECO) has confirmed that Kano State is the best-performing state in the 2025 council examinations. According to NECO, Kano ranked first with 5.886% and 39,351 candidates meeting the required standards.

NECO’s clarification comes after a national newspaper reported Abia State as the best-performing state, which NECO deemed misleading. The council emphasized that the report was based on an analysis of candidates’ performance by state rather than the final results and ranking.

Kano State’s top ranking in the NECO examinations highlights the state’s commitment to education and academic excellence.

NECO Rewards Best Candidates, Schools, Staff Nationwide After National Gifted Examination

Master Balogun Farian Ajibola and Miss Iyasei Ifeanyichukwu Victory emerged as the best students in the National Common Entrance Examination, while Mr. Udo Jacob Chimmremeze Godslove Samuel of Diamond Special Schools, Owerri, and Miss Okpala Chukwugozirin Kamtochukwu of Primary School, Nnewi, were adjudged best performers in the National Gifted Examination.

Registrar/Chief Executive Officer of NECO, Professor Dantani Ibrahim Wushishi, announced the awardees, noting that the initiative was designed to inspire excellence, discipline, and commitment among students and staff.

Master Balogun Farian Ajibola and Miss Iyasei Ifeanyichukwu Victory emerged as the best students in the National Common Entrance Examination, while Mr. Udo Jacob Chimmremeze Godslove Samuel of Diamond Special Schools, Owerri, and Miss Okpala Chukwugozirin Kamtochukwu of Primary School, Nnewi, were adjudged best performers in the National Gifted Examination.

In the Basic Education Certificate Examination, Master Charles Bryan Uzoma and Miss Awanbor Omoriyekmwen Claire, both of Igbinedion Education Centre, Benin City, came out tops.

Among staff, Kogi State Coordinator, Mr. Thadeus Ajagbu, was named best state coordinator, while Mr. Ola A. Kareem was honoured as best driver for 2024.

Speaking at the event, Prof. Wushishi said: “This ceremony is not merely about recognizing performance. It is about embedding a culture of discipline, continuous improvement, teamwork, and ethical service in staff and students. Despite challenges, excellence is achievable, and this must reflect in all aspects of our lives.”

He also highlighted some of his administration’s achievements over the last three years, including the successful conduct and timely release of examinations, transparent staff promotion exercises, and the development of ICT software to ensure fairness.

Speaker of the Niger State House of Assembly, Alhaji Abdulmalik Sarkin-Daji, commended Prof. Wushishi’s leadership, describing it as exemplary and responsible for NECO’s growing reputation for integrity and credibility.

NECO to Phase Out Traditional Paper-Pencil Exams

The National Examinations Council (NECO) has confirmed that it will phase out the traditional paper-pencil method of examination in favor of Computer-Based Testing (CBT). The CBT exams are set to begin in November 2025.

The council has announced plans to fully transition to CBT for all exams, including essay components, by May or June 2026. This move aligns with the Federal Government’s initiative to adopt full Computer-Based Testing mode by 2026.

NECO has outlined specific requirements for the CBT exams, including the use of photocard for practical papers and strict rules on prohibited items in exam halls. Candidates are expected to familiarize themselves with the new format and requirements to ensure a smooth examination process.

Over 1.3 Million Candidates Sit for 2025 NECO Exams, CBT Introduced

NECO says 1,367,210 candidates are taking the 2025 SSCE nationwide, with Kano topping enrolment at over 137,000 and Kebbi recording the lowest, just above 5,000.

For the first time, the exam features a pilot Computer-Based Testing (CBT) mode in select centres, ahead of a full rollout by 2026.

NECO Registrar, Prof. Dantani Wushishi, said the shift aims to curb malpractice and improve exam quality, while calling for more CBT infrastructure across states.

NECO JUNE/JUNE 2022 TIMETABLE

Monday 27th June to Friday 1st July 2022

Physical Education (Practical)

Auto Mechanics (Practical)

Woodwork (Practical)

Home Management (Practical)

Foods and Nutrition (Practical)

Performance Test, Music Technology/Alternative

Aural Music

Oral French

Oral Arabic

Auto Body Repair and Spray Painting (Practical)

Auto Electrical Work

Auto Mechanical Work (Practical)

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (Practical)

Welding and Fabrication, Engineering Craft (Practical)

Electrical Installation & Maintenance Work (Practical)

Radio, Television and Electronics Work (Practical)

Blocklaying, Bricklaying and Concrete Work (Practical)

Painting and Decoration (Exhibition)

Plumbing and Pipe Fitting (Practical)

Machine Woodworking (Practical)

Carpentry and Joinery (Practical)

Furniture Making (Practical)

Upholstery (Practical)

Catering Craft Practice (Practical)

Garment Making (Practical)

Clothing and Textiles (Practical)

Dyeing and Bleaching (Exhibition)

Printing Craft Practice (Exhibition)

Cosmetology (Practical)

Photography (Exhibition)

Leather Goods, Manufacturing and Repair (Exhibition)

GSM Maintenance and Repairs (Practical)

Animal Husbandry (Progressive Assessments)

Actual date and time will be fixed by the Council.

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Monday 4th July 2022

Store Management (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:40pm

Physical Education (Objective & Essay)
2:00pm – 4:00pm

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Tuesday 5th July 2022

Hausa (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 1:00pm

Igbo (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 1:00pm

Yoruba (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 1:00pm

Insurance (Objective & Essay)
2:00pm – 4:40pm

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Wednesday 6th July 2022

Health Education (Test of Practical)
10:00am – 11:30am

Health Education (Objective & Essay)
11:35am – 1:35pm 4101Paper I:

French (Written Comprehension)
2:30pm – 3:30pm

French (Written Expression)
3:30pm – 5:15pm

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Thursday 7th July 2022

History (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 1:00pm

Home Management (Objective & Essay)
2:00pm – 4:30pm

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Friday 8th July to Wednesday 13th July

SALLAH BREAK
SALLAH BREAK
SALLAH BREAK

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Thursday 14th July 2022

Data Processing (Practical)
10:00am – 1:00pm

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Friday 15th July 2022

Foods & Nutrition (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:30pm

Woodwork (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:00noon

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Monday 18th July 2022

Physics (Practical)
10:00am – 12:45pm

Government (Objective & Essay)
2:00pm – 4:40pm

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Tuesday 19th July 2022

Biology (Practical)
10:00am – 12:00noon

Agricultural Science (Practical)
2:00pm – 3:30pm

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Wednesday 20th July 2022

Chemistry (Practical)
10:00am – 12:00pm

Auto Mechanics (Objective & Essay)
2:00pm – 4:30pm

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Thursday 21st July 2022

General Mathematics (Objective)
10:00am – 11:45am

General Mathematics (Essay)
12:00pm – 2:30pm

Music (Objective & Essay)
3:00pm – 5:30pm

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Friday 22nd July 2022

Geography (Objective & Practical/ Physical)
10:00am – 12:30pm

Literature in English (Drama & Poetry)
3:00pm – 4:40pm

Woodwork (Drawing & Design)
3:00pm – 5:00pm

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Saturday 23rd July 2022

Computer Studies (Practical)
10:00 am – 1:00pm
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Monday 25th July 2022

Chemistry (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 1:00pm –

Literature in English (Objective & Prose)
10:00pm – 12:15pm

Financial Accounting (Objective, Theory & Practice)
2:00pm – 5:50pm

Technical Drawing (Objective & Drawing)
2:00pm – 4:30pm

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Tuesday 26th July 2022

Biology (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:30pm

Basic Electricity (Practical)
2:00pm – 5:00pm

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Wednesday 27th July 2022

English Language (Essay & Objective)
2:00pm – 4:45pm

English Language (Test of Orals)
5:00pm – 5:45pm

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Thursday 28th July 2022

Physics (Objective & Essay)
2:00pm – 5:00pm

Commerce (Objective & Essay)
2:00pm – 4:40pm

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Friday 29th July 2022

Agricultural Science (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:30pm

Christian Religious Studies (Objective & Essay)
3:00pm – 5:30pm

Islamic Studies (Objective & Essay)
3:00pm – 5:30pm

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Saturday 30th July

Visual Art (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 1:00pm

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Monday 1st August 2022

Visual Art (Creative Design)
10:00am – 1:00pm

Visual Art (Drawing)
2:00pm – 5:00pm

Basic Electricity (Objective & Essay)
2.30pm – 4:45pm

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Tuesday 2nd August 2022

Painting and Decoration (Practical)
10:00am – 4:00pm

Dyeing and Bleaching (Practical)
10:00am – 4:00pm

Printing Craft Practice (Practical)
10:00am – 4:00pm

Photography (Practical)
10:00am – 4:00pm

Leather Goods Manufacturing and Repair (Practical)
10:00am – 4:00pm

Mining (Practical)
10:00am – 12:00noon

Fisheries (Practical)
10:00am – 11:30am

Animal Husbandry (Practical)
10:00am – 11:30am

Stenography (Practical)
10:00am – 11:17am

Stenography (Word Processing) (Practical)
2:00pm – 4:00pm

Metal Work (Practical)
2:00pm – 5:00pm

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Wednesday 3rd August 2022

Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 11:40am

Electrical Installation & Maintenance Work (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:00noon

Blocklaying, Bricklaying & Concrete Work (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:00noon

Machine Woodworking (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 11:40am

Carpentry & Joinery (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:00noon

Garment Making (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:30pm

Marketing (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:40pm

Upholstery (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 11:30am

Stenography (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:00noon

Animal Husbandry (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:00noon

Fisheries (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:00noon

Painting and Decoration (Report Writing)
10:00am – 12:00noon

Dyeing and Bleaching (Report Writing)
10:00am – 12:00noon

Printing Craft Practice (Report Writing)
10:00am – 12:00noon

Photography (Report Writing)
10:00am – 12:00noon

Leather Goods Manufacturing and Repair (Report Writing)
10:00am – 12:00noon

Arabic (Objective, Essay & Literature)
2:00pm – 5:30pm

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Thursday 4th August 2022

Economics (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 1:00pm

Building Construction (Drawing)
2:00pm – 5:00pm

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Friday 5th August 2022

Human and Regional Geography (Essay)
10:00am – 12:00noon

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Monday 8th August 2022

Civic Education (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 1:00pm

Electronics (Practical)
2:00pm – 5:00pm

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Tuesday 9th August 2022

Technical Drawing (Practical)
10:00am – 1:00pm

Computer Studies (Objective & Essay)
2:00pm – 5:00pm

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Wednesday 10th August 2022

Further Mathematics (Objective)
10:00am – 12:00noon

Further Mathematics (Essay)
12:15pm – 2:45pm

Building Construction (Objective & Essay)
3:30pm – 5:30pm

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Thursday 11th August 2022

Auto-Body Repair and Spray Painting Paper (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:30pm

Auto Electrical Work Paper (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:30pm

Auto Mechanical work (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:30pm

Auto Parts Merchandising (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:15pm

Welding & Fabrication Engineering Craft Practice (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 1:00pm

Radio, Television & Electronics Work Paper (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:30pm

Plumbing & Pipe Fitting (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:30pm

Furniture Making Paper (Drawing & Design)
10:00am – 12:00noon

Furniture Making Paper (Objective & Essay)
12:30pm – 2:15pm

Catering Craft Practice (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:30pm

Clothing & Textiles (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:30pm

Cosmetology (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:30pm

Minning (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:45pm

Tourism (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 1:30pm

Data Processing (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 1:00pm

Store Keeping (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:40pm

Book Keeping (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 1:50pm

GSM Maintenance & Repairs (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 1:00pm

Salesmanship (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:40pm

Electronics (Objective & Essay)
2:30pm – 4:30pm

Office Practice (Objective & Essay)
2:30pm – 5:30pm

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Friday 12th August 2022

Metal Work (Objective & Essay)
10:00am – 12:30pm