NECO: All outstanding allowances owed examiners paid

The National Examinations Council (NECO) has confirmed the payment of allowances to all 72,138 examiners involved in the 2024 School-based Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE).

NECO began payments on October 4, 2024, and completed them on November 13, 2024.

NECO clarified that the payment process was bank-based to ensure accuracy and prevent issues. Some examiners faced delays due to incorrect bank details, but these have since been resolved.

NECO dismissed rumors circulating on social media about deliberate non-payment, urging anyone with concerns to seek clarification directly from the Council.

The National Examinations Council (NECO) has announced that it has completed the payment of allowances to all 72,138 examiners engaged as ad-hoc staff for the 2024 School-based Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE).

According to a statement issued in Abuja on Wednesday by Azeez Sani, the Acting Director of Information and Public Relations, NECO began the payment process on October 4, 2024, using a bank-based method to ensure smooth reconciliation and avoid complications.

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Sani emphasized that as of Wednesday, November 13, 2024, the Council had successfully fulfilled all financial obligations to its examiners in line with its payment schedule.

He also clarified that any delays experienced by some examiners were due to incorrect bank details submitted by them, but these issues have now been resolved through direct communication with the affected individuals.

Furthermore, Sani addressed recent rumors circulating on social media, which falsely claimed that NECO had intentionally withheld payments from examiners.

He assured the public that the allegations were untrue, as the payments had been completed without delay.

NECO also acknowledged the importance of the contributions made by its examiners and other ad-hoc staff, reaffirming its commitment to honoring their remuneration.

Sani advised that individuals with concerns or questions about NECO’s processes should contact the Council directly for clarification, rather than relying on unverified information from external sources.