In a press conference held in Abuja, the examination body said 176,621 candidates registered for the exam, while 172,699 candidates sat the examination.
According to WAEC, 66,497 candidates, representing 38.50%, obtained credits in five (5) subjects and above, including English language and mathematics.
This figure shows many candidates practically failed as this is a major requirement to pass the examination.
Meanwhile, 13,488 candidates, representing 7.81% of the total candidature for the examination had their results seized.
The result will be available on waec website in 24 hours
