BREAKING: NECO Releases 2025 SSCE Results, 60.26% Pass With 5 Credits Including Maths and English
Minna, Nigeria – September 17, 2025 – The National Examinations Council (NECO) has officially released the results of the 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) for internal candidates, with 60.26% of students achieving five credits and above, including Mathematics and English Language.
The announcement was made today by the Registrar and Chief Executive of NECO, during a press briefing at the council’s headquarters in Minna, Niger State. According to the breakdown, out of the total number of candidates who sat for the examination, a significant majority met the minimum benchmark required for tertiary education admission in Nigeria.
“This year’s performance shows a steady improvement in the academic output of Nigerian students,” the Registrar said. “We are encouraged by the results and commend all stakeholders—students, teachers, parents, and government agencies—for their efforts in ensuring the success of the 2025 examinations.”
The council revealed that a total of 1,233,456 candidates registered for the examination, and 1,198,765 candidates actually sat for it. Of this number, 722,534 candidates obtained five credits and above, including English Language and Mathematics.
NECO also confirmed that this year’s examination was conducted with minimal incidents of malpractice and disruptions, thanks to enhanced monitoring systems and improved examination integrity measures across all states.
Education analysts have welcomed the results as a positive reflection of reforms in the basic education sector, noting that the over-60% pass rate is a strong indicator of improved student preparedness and curriculum delivery.
NECO further encouraged candidates to check their results through the official NECO result portal using their examination numbers and result-checking tokens.
As the results roll out, attention now shifts to university, polytechnic, and college admissions, with students hopeful that their performance will secure them placement into institutions of their choice.
The council reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the credibility of its examinations while supporting government efforts to raise educational standards nationwide.
Minna, Nigeria – September 17, 2025 – The National Examinations Council (NECO) has officially released the results of the 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) for internal candidates, with 60.26% of students achieving five credits and above, including Mathematics and English Language.
The announcement was made today by the Registrar and Chief Executive of NECO, during a press briefing at the council’s headquarters in Minna, Niger State. According to the breakdown, out of the total number of candidates who sat for the examination, a significant majority met the minimum benchmark required for tertiary education admission in Nigeria.
“This year’s performance shows a steady improvement in the academic output of Nigerian students,” the Registrar said. “We are encouraged by the results and commend all stakeholders—students, teachers, parents, and government agencies—for their efforts in ensuring the success of the 2025 examinations.”
The council revealed that a total of 1,233,456 candidates registered for the examination, and 1,198,765 candidates actually sat for it. Of this number, 722,534 candidates obtained five credits and above, including English Language and Mathematics.
NECO also confirmed that this year’s examination was conducted with minimal incidents of malpractice and disruptions, thanks to enhanced monitoring systems and improved examination integrity measures across all states.
Education analysts have welcomed the results as a positive reflection of reforms in the basic education sector, noting that the over-60% pass rate is a strong indicator of improved student preparedness and curriculum delivery.
NECO further encouraged candidates to check their results through the official NECO result portal using their examination numbers and result-checking tokens.
As the results roll out, attention now shifts to university, polytechnic, and college admissions, with students hopeful that their performance will secure them placement into institutions of their choice.
The council reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the credibility of its examinations while supporting government efforts to raise educational standards nationwide.
