ACCRA, GHANA / ABUJA — The West African Examinations Council Administrative and Finance Committee has issued a strong vote of confidence in Dr. Amos Dangut, Head of National Office, amid growing internal tensions and calls from some workers for his removal from office.
The endorsement followed a high-level meeting of the committee where issues relating to administration, staff concerns, and institutional management were reportedly reviewed.
Committee members expressed satisfaction with Dangut’s leadership style, describing his tenure as stable and aligned with WAEC’s operational objectives across member countries.
The backing comes at a time when some staff members have reportedly raised concerns over working conditions and internal administrative matters, leading to calls for leadership changes within certain quarters of the organization.
However, the governing committee maintained that continuity in leadership was essential for maintaining stability in examination administration across West Africa.
WAEC plays a central role in coordinating standardized examinations for secondary school students across member countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Liberia, and The Gambia.
Education stakeholders say leadership stability within the council is crucial due to the sensitive nature of examination management, result processing, and cross-border coordination.
Analysts note that disputes within examination bodies can have broader implications for academic calendars, student admissions, and public confidence in certification systems.
The committee reportedly urged staff to channel grievances through established internal mechanisms rather than actions that could disrupt institutional operations.
It also reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring a conducive working environment while upholding professional standards across all WAEC offices.
Dr. Dangut, who oversees national operations in Nigeria, has continued to play a key role in examination administration and policy implementation within the council’s framework.
Observers say the development highlights ongoing efforts to balance staff welfare concerns with institutional stability in one of West Africa’s most important education bodies.
As discussions continue within the organization, attention remains focused on how leadership and staff relations will evolve in the coming months and how WAEC will sustain smooth examination processes across the region.
