The National Examination Council (NECO) has tightened its noose in the verification of results as it moves from analogue to digital with the introduction of its e-verification portal.

The portal, which is expected to increase confidence, reduce risks and improve efficiency, will also include flexible payment module, end to manual filing of forms, access from any part of the world, reduce stress and save time among others.

The Registrar of the council, Prof. Dantani Wushishi, at the unveiling of the platform Thursday in Abuja, said the movement was as a result of requests for verification and confirmation of results from 64 institutions across 37 countries over a two-year period from 2020 to 2022.

Similarly, he revealed that there were also requests from 72 institutions in Nigeria within the same period, adding that this was besides requests from individuals which were numerous. 

“Due to the growing need for verification and confirmation of results by institutions, both home and abroad, the council decided that now was the best time to introduce the e-verify platform.

“From available records at our disposal, we have observed that there were

requests for verification and confirmation of results from 64 institutions across 37 countries over a two-year period from 2020 to 2022.

“Result verification is an important process that helps to ensure the accuracy of academic credentials. By verifying the authenticity of candidates’ results, academic institutions and employers will be more confident that they are admitting and hiring persons who have the required qualification for further studies and specific job schedules,” he said.

In the same vein, the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Education, Mr. David Adejo, who unveiled the portal, has directed all educational institutions to make use of it in the confirmation of results, adding that refusal to do so will lead to dire consequences.

[ThisDay]