{"id":132103,"date":"2026-10-27T14:46:37","date_gmt":"2026-10-27T14:46:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guardian.ng\/tv\/?p=132103"},"modified":"2026-10-27T14:46:37","modified_gmt":"2026-10-27T14:46:37","slug":"nigeria-plans-to-scrap-the-common-entrance-exam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guardian.ng\/tv\/nigeria-plans-to-scrap-the-common-entrance-exam\/","title":{"rendered":"Nigeria plans to scrap the common entrance exam"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"dailymotion-player\"><script src=\"https:\/\/geo.dailymotion.com\/player\/x1ee8e.js\" data-video=\"xbrjsoq\"><\/script><\/div><br><br><p>\nNigeria is considering a major shift in its education system! Forget the high-stakes national common entrance exam \u2013 imagine a system where your child&#8217;s journey from primary one is continuously tracked. This proposed change focuses on sustained assessment over six years, building a comprehensive learner profile from the start.<\/p>\n<p>The goal is to alleviate the pressure of a single exam and get a true picture of a child&#8217;s abilities. By tracking progress with a learner identification number, authorities aim to monitor development, manage school transitions, and identify students at risk of dropping out.<\/p>\n<p>But this bold new approach raises important questions. How can we ensure fairness and prevent score inflation when resources and teaching quality vary so much across schools? Is continuous assessment truly a more reliable measure than a single entrance exam? What safeguards are essential for a successful transition? Join the conversation and share your thoughts!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nigeria is considering a major shift in its education system! 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