Mr Fanwo stated that the state government extended its condolences to the families of the victims.
It blamed an accident that claimed the lives of its personnel for the delay.
The governor assured that his administration would continue to provide a conducive learning environment.
He assured that the new system will make the examination more efficient and accessible.
He said the directive was in line with government policy to strengthen professionalism in the teaching profession
According to them, inconsistencies in such high-stakes examinations could damage the credibility of Nigeria’s academic qualifications, both locally and internationally.
In the corrected results, 1,239,884 candidates, representing 62.96 per cent, obtained credits in at least five subjects including English Language and Mathematics,
Mr Abubakar demanded that the affected examination be retaken in all compromised centres.
The government vowed to sanction principals, teachers and supervisors who engaged in or aided examination malpractices in the state.
He said WAEC was planning to deploy electronic devices to various recognised examination centres across the country for the future conduct of WASSCE.
