Benue Education Quality Assurance and Examinations Board

2026 BECE: EXAMINATION MATERIALS DISTRIBUTED ACROSS 86 CUSTODIAN CENTRES ACROSS THE STATE

The Executive Secretary, BEQAEB, Dr. Terna Francis, is pleased to announce that all examination materials for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) have been successfully distributed to and received at all eighty-six (86) Custodian Centres across Benue State. These materials are scheduled for onward distribution to one thousand nine hundred and ninety-five (1,995) examination centres across the twenty-three (23) Local Government Areas of the State. Management has confirmed that all materials are secure, intact, and ready for the commencement of the examination on Monday.

Consequently, all Supervisors and Custodian Officers are hereby directed to comply strictly with the reporting requirements and feedback mechanisms established through the BECE Situation Room to ensure effective monitoring and prompt response throughout the examination period.

Custodian Officers are required to report on the following:

1. The condition and security of examination materials at their centres.
2. The distribution and collection of examination materials.
3. Any challenges encountered in the course of their duties.
4. Any other observations that may affect the smooth conduct of the examination.

Supervisors are required to:

1. Confirm receipt of examination materials at their assigned Custodian Centres.
2. Provide updates to the Situation Room on the commencement and conclusion of each day's examination.
3. Report any shortages or discrepancies in examination materials immediately.
4. Report any actual or suspected cases of examination paper leakage without delay.
5. Report the activities of any individual(s) attempting to facilitate examination malpractice through inducement, collusion, unauthorized assistance, or any other unethical means.
6. Provide any other information relevant to ensuring the integrity, credibility, and successful conduct of the examination.

REPORTING PROCEDURE

All reports shall be submitted promptly through the designated Situation Room telephone lines and hotline numbers to facilitate effective monitoring, timely intervention, and swift resolution of any issues that may arise during the conduct of the examination.

The cooperation, vigilance, and commitment of all Supervisors and Custodian Officers remain critical to ensuring a credible, transparent, and successful conduct of the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination.

Jeffrey Adzam
Information Officer
For: Executive Secretary

2026 BECE: BEQAEB BOSS CHARGES SUPERVISORS, CUSTODIANS TO ENSURE INTEGRITY OF BECE

As the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) begins on Monday, June 1, 2026, the Executive Secretary of the Benue State Education Quality Assurance and Examinations Board (BEQAEB), Dr. Terna Francis, has directed officials responsible for the conduct of the examination to ensure a hitch-free exercise devoid of infractions, malpractice, and sharp practices.

Dr. Francis gave the charge during a meeting with Supervisors and Custodian Officers held at Government Secondary School, Gboko, where participants were briefed on scheduled activities and important guidelines for the successful conduct of the 2026 BECE.

Represented by the Desk Officer, Examinations, Mr. Christopher Agule, the Executive Secretary stated that the foundation of any examination does not rest solely on preparation and logistics, but also on the character and integrity of those entrusted with its conduct.

He urged supervisors not to tarnish the confidence and reputation principals had painstakingly built before nominating them for the assignment. He warned that anyone found engaging in examination malpractice would face the full wrath of the law and would no longer be considered for future recommendations.

According to him, BEQAEB is aware of challenges encountered in previous examinations and has taken deliberate steps to improve the process and ensure near-perfect conduct of the examinations. He stressed that the Board would not tolerate any attempt to sabotage the examination process.

The Executive Secretary outlined key instructions to supervisors, including, prompt collection of examination materials from custodian points by 7:00 a.m. and immediate distribution to school, ensuring that the correct number of examination materials corresponds with the number of candidates, strict prohibition of mobile phones, textbooks, and any other materials that could aid examination malpractice, reading instructions clearly to candidates before commencement of examinations, maintaining discipline and silence during examinations,ensuring examinations begin and end at the stipulated time and proper documentation and reporting of any cases of malpractice or misconduct.

The meeting was held simultaneously at Government College, Katsina-Ala for Zone A, Government Secondary School, Gboko for Zone B, and Government Secondary School, Otukpo for Zone C.

Supervisors and Custodian Officers were also present to collect their letters of appointment.

Jeffrey Adzam
Information Officer

2026 BECE: RELEASE OF CUSTODIAN OFFICERS AND CLUSTERED CENTRES

The Executive Secretary, Benue State Education Quality Assurance and Examinations Board (BEQAEB), Dr. Terna Francis, has approved the release of the details of Custodian Officers and designated examination centres arranged according to the approved clustering of schools for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).

Accordingly, the attached list is hereby forwarded for public information and necessary action by all concerned.
All Principals, Proprietors, Candidates, Parents, Supervisors, and relevant Stakeholders are advised to carefully study the list to ascertain their assigned centres and the respective Custodian Officers for seamless coordination during the conduct of the examination.

For ease of communication and rapid response, the phone numbers of all Custodian Officers have been included in the notice.

BEQAEB appreciates the cooperation and support of all stakeholders towards ensuring a smooth, credible, and hitch-free examination exercise.

Jeffrey Adzam
Information Officer
For: Executive Secretary

2026 BECE: SUPERVISORS/CUSTODIAN OFFICERS’ BRIEFING

The Benue State Education Quality Assurance and Examinations Board hereby invites all 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) Supervisors and Custodian Officers to meetings scheduled as follows:

Zone A: Government College, Katsina-Ala

Zone B: Government Secondary School, Gboko

Zone C: Government Secondary School, Otukpo

Date: Friday 29th May, 2026

Time: 10:00 a.m. prompt

The purpose of the meeting is to brief Supervisors and Custodian Officers on scheduled activities and other important guidelines for the successful conduct of the 2026 BECE.

All Supervisor Nominees and Custodian Officers are expected to be available for the briefings.

Jeffrey Adzam
Information Officer
For: Executive Secretary

BEQAEB BOSS AIMS TO ADMINISTER QUALITY STANDARDS IN FIRST BECE SINCE MERGER

The Benue State Education Quality Assurance and Examinations Board (BEQAEB) has intensified preparations ahead of the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), the first since the agency’s merger. This followed a briefing held at the Board’s headquarters in Makurdi, which brought together principals from across the state.

According to the Executive Secretary, Dr. Terna Francis, the meeting focused on ensuring smooth examination planning and ex*****on, including proper registration, material distribution, and result processing. He noted that despite challenges such as late registration and incomplete school uploads, the Board had completed sorting and bagging of examination materials seven days ahead of the meeting.

He announced a final deadline of Tuesday, May 26, 2026, for schools to complete all required uploads, warning that failure to comply would lead to forfeiture of participation in the examination. He added that registration deadlines had been repeatedly extended to accommodate schools facing challenges, particularly those in insecure or financially constrained areas.

Dr. Francis also introduced new measures aimed at improving transparency and accountability. These include redesigned answer booklets bearing the BEQAEB name, website, and a call/WhatsApp-enabled contact line for reporting issues or shortages at examination centres in real time through a dedicated situation room.

In addition, he stated that examination materials will no longer be transported in envelopes or hand-carried, but must be placed in official bags supplied free by the Board to improve security and standardization.

He further reminded school principals to update Continuous Assessment (CA) records on the e-dossier platform, noting that the Board will now access CA data electronically during result compilation. He added that each learner’s unique e-dossier PIN must be written on answer booklets during the examination to prevent manipulation and ensure data integrity.

After the meeting BEQAEB staff ensured that complaints were addressed as well as Instructions to Practicals materials were distributed to principals.

Jeffrey Adzam
Information Officer

RELEASE OF 2026 BECE TIMETABLE

The Executive Secretary of the Benue State Education Quality Assurance and Examinations Board (BEQAEB), Dr. Terna Francis, has approved the official release of the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) Timetable.

The examination is scheduled to commence on Monday, 1st June, 2026 and end on Tuesday, 9th June, 2026, with the submission of keys and reports by Custodian Officers on Wednesday, 10th June, 2026.

All Principals, Proprietors, Candidates, Parents, Guardians, and relevant stakeholders are hereby advised to obtain and study the timetable carefully to ensure adequate preparation and strict compliance with examination guidelines.

BEQAEB remains committed to ensuring credible, transparent, and quality examination processes across Benue State.

Jeffrey Adzam
Information Officer
For: Executive Secretary

2026 BECE: MEETING WITH PRINCIPALS

The Benue State Education Quality Assurance and Examinations Board (BEQAEB) hereby invites all Principals who have registered candidates for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) to an important meeting scheduled as follows:

Date: Tuesday, 26th May, 2026
Venue: BEQAEB Headquarters, Makurdi
Time: 10:00am Prompt

The meeting is convened to brief Principals on relevant guidelines and procedures for the conduct of the 2026 BECE.

During the meeting, examination bags, supervisors’ letters of appointment, and instructions for practical examinations will be distributed to Principals.

Principals are also required to come along with all relevant documents and evidence of compliance to show that their centres are in good standing with the Board.

All concerned Principals are advised to attend punctually and personally to ensure proper coordination and smooth conduct of the examination.

Thank you.

Jeffrey Adzam
Information Officer
For: Executive Secretary

CLOSURE OF MOCK SSCE REGISTRATION PORTAL

The Benue State Education Quality Assurance and Examinations Board (BEQAEB) wishes to inform all Principals, Proprietors of Private Schools, Parents, Guardians, and relevant Education Stakeholders that the extended grace period granted for the registration of candidates for the 2026 Mock Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (Mock SSCE) will officially come to an end on Sunday, 24th May, 2026.

Consequently, the BEQAEB Mock SSCE registration portal shall be finally closed immediately after the expiration of the extended deadline, and no further registration shall be entertained thereafter.

The Board reiterates that participation in the Mock SSCE remains a mandatory requirement for accreditation and clearance of candidates seeking to register and sit for external examinations in 2027, in line with Section 18 of the Law establishing BEQAEB, which provides that:
"It is compulsory for all learners in Benue State to register and sit for the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), Mock SSCE and other examinations as may be deemed necessary by the Board."

All school administrators and stakeholders are therefore strongly advised to ensure that all eligible candidates are duly registered before the closure of the portal to avoid disqualification from subsequent accreditation and clearance processes.

The Board appreciates the cooperation and support of all stakeholders towards sustaining quality assurance, examination integrity, and academic excellence in Benue State.

Jeffrey Adzam
Information Officer
For: Executive Secretary

Happy Birthday, Hon. Elias Audu.

On behalf of the Benue State Education Quality Assurance and Examinations Board (BEQAEB), I celebrate a distinguished legislator, a dependable partner, and a man of great character.

Working with you as Chairman, House of Assembly Committee on Basic and Secondary Education has been one of the most cherished and rewarding experiences. Your commitment to the advancement of education, your wisdom, humility, and unwavering support for policies that strengthen our educational system continue to inspire us all.

You are indeed a good man with a large heart for service and humanity.

As you mark another glorious year today, may God Almighty bless you with greater wisdom, sound health, long life, and continued strength to keep impacting lives and serving our dear state diligently.

Happy Birthday once again, Sir. May your new age bring you peace, fulfillment, and greater accomplishments.

Terna Francis, PhD, KSM
Executive Secretary

FELICITATION
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On behalf of the Management and Staff of the Benue State Education Quality Assurance and Examinations Board (BEQAEB), I, Dr. Terna Francis, warmly felicitate with the Executive Governor of Benue State, His Excellency, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, on the auspicious occasion of his 60th birthday.

This joyous milestone provides an opportunity to celebrate a life richly defined by purpose, service, and impactful leadership. Your six decades of experience and dedication, combined with your stewardship in the priesthood and now as Governor, reflect a statesman who has risen above personal ambition to focus on building a lasting legacy for future generations.

Under your visionary leadership, decades of infrastructural decay have been boldly confronted with renewed vigor. This has resulted in remarkable development strides, including the extensive construction of urban and rural roads, transforming the state into a hub of activity. The construction of underpasses in Makurdi and Gboko has further enhanced accessibility, stimulated economic growth, and given our towns the outlook of modern and thriving urban centers.

Your administration’s commitment to workers’ welfare is highly commendable. The renovation of the State Secretariat has provided a more conducive working environment for civil servants, while the prompt payment of salaries before the 25th of every month, alongside the clearance of salary arrears and pension backlogs, clearly demonstrates your dedication to the well-being of workers and retirees.

In the education sector, your resolve to ensure literacy for every Benue child is evident in the significant increase in budgetary allocation from a modest 5 percent in previous administrations to 25.29 percent under your leadership. The renovation and reconstruction of about 375 public schools across the state further underscore your commitment to improving access to quality education. Additionally, the recruitment of over 9,000 teachers has helped bridge staffing gaps, with the promise of even more employment opportunities.

At BEQAEB, we remain poised to conduct the most credible Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) yet, following a strategic merger that has strengthened oversight and ensured compliance with examination processes. The 72-office ultramodern complex, graciously funded and completed by your administration, has already enhanced our operational efficiency, providing a conducive environment for thorough preparation and seamless ex*****on of examination activities.

Furthermore, the release of the 2024 and 2025 BECE certificates, now embedded with enhanced security features, including QR codes linked to a verification portal, marks another important milestone. This achievement has restored credibility to the examination system, especially after results had not been released since 2017.

As Your Excellency celebrates this Diamond Jubilee milestone, we reaffirm our unwavering commitment to ensuring that your vision for literacy is realized through the enforcement of quality standards and policies.

We pray for continued strength, wisdom, and good health as you steer the affairs of Benue State toward greater prosperity.

Happy Diamond Jubilee and 60th Birthday, Your Excellency.

Long Live Benue State
Long Live Benue State Education Quality Assurance and Examinations Board

Terna Francis, PhD, KSM
Executive Secretary