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Ikiodiete George
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Official Waec Examination Centers In Nigeria 2025: Locations And Addresses
If you're planning to sit for the 2025 WAEC or GCE exams, knowing the approved WAEC examination centers in Nigeria is very important. This guide lists the official WAEC centers across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, including their locations and addresses.
These centers are authorized for both school and private candidates.
What Are WAEC Approved Centers?
WAEC-approved centers are schools or examination venues accredited by the West African Examinations Council for conducting WASSCE or GCE exams. Only these centers meet WAEC’s strict standards regarding facilities, security, and supervision.
Official WAEC Examination Centers in Nigeria (By Zone)
South West Nigeria
| State | Sample Approved Centers |
|---|---|
| Lagos | King's College, Yaba; WAEC WTTC Ogba; International School, UNILAG; Queens College, Yaba |
| Ogun | Abeokuta Grammar School; Federal Government College, Odogbolu |
| Oyo | Government College, Ibadan; Wesley College of Science, Elekuro |
| Osun | Osogbo Grammar School; Ife City College |
| Ondo | Federal Government Girls College, Akure; Oyemekun Grammar School |
| Ekiti | Christ’s School, Ado-Ekiti |
South South Nigeria
| State | Sample Approved Centers |
|---|---|
| Rivers | Federal Government Girls College, Abuloma; Government Comprehensive Secondary School, Borokiri |
| Bayelsa | Niger Delta University Staff School, Amassoma; Bishop Dimieari Grammar School |
| Delta | West End Mixed Secondary School, Asaba; Federal Government College, Warri |
| Akwa Ibom | Federal Science and Technical College, Uyo |
| Cross River | Government Secondary School, Calabar |
| Edo | Edo College, Benin City |
South East Nigeria
| State | Sample Approved Centers |
|---|---|
| Enugu | Federal Government College, Enugu |
| Anambra | Dennis Memorial Grammar School, Onitsha |
| Ebonyi | Government Secondary School, Abakaliki |
| Imo | Owerri Girls Secondary School, Owerri |
| Abia | Government College Umuahia |
North Central Nigeria
| State | Sample Approved Centers |
|---|---|
| FCT Abuja | Government Secondary School, Garki; Federal Government Girls College, Bwari |
| Kwara | Queen Elizabeth School, Ilorin |
| Kogi | Government Science Secondary School, Lokoja |
| Niger | Federal Government College, Minna |
| Nasarawa | Lafia Government Secondary School |
| Benue | Government College, Makurdi |
| Plateau | Federal Government College, Jos |
North West Nigeria
| State | Sample Approved Centers |
|---|---|
| Kaduna | Federal Government College, Kaduna |
| Kano | Government Secondary School, Kano |
| Katsina | Government College, Katsina |
| Sokoto | Usmanu Danfodiyo University Staff School |
| Kebbi | Government Day Secondary School, Birnin Kebbi |
| Zamfara | Government Girls College, Gusau |
| Jigawa | Government Science Secondary School, Dutse |
North East Nigeria
| State | Sample Approved Centers |
|---|---|
| Adamawa | Federal Government Girls College, Yola |
| Borno | Government College, Maiduguri |
| Bauchi | Federal Government College, Azare |
| Gombe | Government Day Secondary School, Gombe |
| Taraba | Government Science Secondary School, Jalingo |
| Yobe | Federal Government College, Potiskum |
How to Find Your WAEC Center
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For school candidates, your school automatically serves as your examination center.
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For private candidates (GCE), WAEC assigns a center near your chosen examination town during registration.
Important Reminder
Only candidates who register properly via WAEC’s official portal and meet biometric registration requirements will be assigned to these centers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can I choose my WAEC exam center?
A: Private candidates choose their preferred town during registration. WAEC assigns the nearest center.
Q: Are GCE centers different from school exam centers?
A: Yes. WAEC uses different centers for private (GCE) candidates.
Q: Does WAEC use CBT centers?
A: No. WAEC is strictly paper-based, not CBT.
Conclusion
WAEC exams are conducted only in approved centers across Nigeria’s six zones. Whether you’re a school or private candidate, ensure you complete your registration correctly to be assigned a valid exam center.
