WAEC confirms new Nigeria head
The West African Examinations Council has officially appointed 56-year-old Suleiman Kum as the new Head of the Nigeria National Office, succeeding Dr Amos Read More: https://punchng.com/waec-confirms-new-nigeria-head/
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially confirmed the appointment of Suleiman Kum as the new Head of the Nigeria National Office. Kum, who is 56 years old, succeeds Dr Amos Dangut, whose three-year tenure ended on October 1, 2026. Dangut has now become the Registrar/Chief Executive Officer of WAEC. WAEC's Head of Public Affairs, Moyosola Adesina, described Kum as a "seasoned test developer, administrator and executive" who joined the council in 1998.
Kum is noted for his pioneering work in test development and examination security, including the introduction of facial-recognition biometric devices and Computer-Based Examinations. He holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Education and is currently pursuing a Master of Education in Educational Administration and Planning at the National Open University of Nigeria.
Kum has served in various key roles, including Assistant Registrar II/Head, Exams Security, Awka; Senior Assistant Registrar I/Branch Controller, Gusau; and Deputy Registrar/Zonal Coordinator, Port Harcourt.
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