The Osun State Examinations Board has officially announced the release of the results for the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).
The announcement is directed to the general public, with specific attention to Heads of Schools, Private School Operators, Teachers, BECE Candidates, and their Parents or Guardians. All candidates are advised to proceed to their respective school principals to check their performance outcomes.
Resit Examination Scheduled for Late July
In a significant development, the Board also announced a Resit Examination for candidates who did not meet the required academic threshold for the award of the BECE certificate.
The resit is scheduled to hold on Tuesday, July 29 and Wednesday, July 30, 2025, and will take place across various designated centres in the state.
According to the Registrar, eligibility criteria and other specific guidelines for participation in the resit will be communicated to schools and stakeholders in the coming days.
Affected students are therefore encouraged to stay in close touch with their school management and prepare adequately for the exercise.
Understanding the BECE and Its Importance
The Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) marks the end of the Junior Secondary School (JSS3) level in Nigeria’s 9-3-4 education structure.
Successful candidates receive a certificate that qualifies them for promotion to Senior Secondary School (SS1), where they begin more specialized studies that prepare them for higher education or vocational pursuits.
The BECE typically covers a range of subjects including English Language, Mathematics, Basic Science, Social Studies, Business Studies, Agricultural Science, and local languages, among others.
In Osun State, as in many other states, the BECE is overseen by the State Examinations Board and not by NECO, which conducts its own version at the federal level.
Schools under the state’s Ministry of Education write the State BECE, while Unity Schools and some private institutions may opt for the NECO BECE.
Why the Resit Option Matters
The resit examination offers a second opportunity to candidates who may have fallen short in one or more subjects, preventing them from being promoted or awarded the BECE certificate.
This provision ensures that the system remains inclusive and fair, allowing students to remedy academic gaps without losing an entire school year.
Educational experts have lauded the approach as part of a broader strategy to reduce dropout rates and increase access to senior secondary education, especially in rural and underserved communities.
Advice to Parents and Schools
Education stakeholders in Osun State are urged to:
Support students in accessing and understanding their results,
Begin immediate preparations for the resit where necessary,
Engage qualified teachers for revision,
Avoid any form of exam malpractice or shortcuts.
Parents are also encouraged to show moral and emotional support to their children during this critical transitional period.
For Updates and Inquiries
The Osun State Examinations Board will continue to issue updates through official school communication channels and state media outlets.
Members of the public are advised to rely solely on verified information to avoid misinformation or fraudulent schemes.