NECO 2026: Kano beats Lagos, Oyo, emerges Best-Performing State
Kano State has ranked first in the 2026 National Examination Council of Nigeria (NECO), with 74,413 candidates that obtained at least five credits, including English Language and Mathematics. The result showed that Lagos emerged second with 72,496 candidates and Oyo came third with 55,543 candidates. The performance marks the second consecutive year that Kano has […]
Kano State has topped the National Examination Council of Nigeria (NECO) 2026 rankings, with 74,413 candidates obtaining at least five credits, including English Language and Mathematics. Lagos State followed in second place with 72,496 candidates, while Oyo State secured the third position with 55,543 candidates. Kano's second consecutive top performance is a testament to the state's sustained investment in education, with Governor Abba Yusuf pledging continued support through increased funding, improved learning facilities, teacher recruitment, and scholarships for indigent students.
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