The National Examinations Council (NECO) officially released the nationwide 2026 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) Internal results on Thursday, September 24, 2026. Out of the 1,371,992 candidates who sat for the examination, 804,948 candidates (58.67%) secured at least five credits, including English Language and Mathematics.
Oyo State recorded a significant performance in the 2026 National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination, with 55,543 candidates obtaining at least five credits, including English Language and Mathematics.
The figure places Oyo State third nationwide, behind Kano & Lagos according to the figures provided, putting the state among the leading performers in the 2026 NECO examination.
The result is being viewed as another encouraging development for the state’s education sector, particularly against the backdrop of sustained government interventions in education under the administration of Governor Seyi Makinde.
Over the years, the administration has highlighted investments in areas including school infrastructure, teacher recruitment and capacity development, as well as other programmes aimed at improving the learning environment and educational outcomes across the state.
The latest NECO performance also draws attention to the collective efforts behind students’ academic achievements. While government policies and investment can provide the necessary environment and resources, the performance of students ultimately reflects the combined efforts of students, teachers, parents and school administrators.
With 55,543 candidates recording five credits, including the two core subjects of English Language and Mathematics, the result represents a notable milestone for Oyo State and adds to the conversation around educational development in the state.
For parents and teachers, the figures offer an opportunity to celebrate the students whose hard work translated into successful examination outcomes. For policymakers, they also provide an important indicator to assess what is working and where further improvements are required.
The development reinforces the importance of sustained investment in education, as improvements in infrastructure, teaching quality and access to learning opportunities can contribute to better outcomes for students.
Oyo State: Third nationwide.
55,543 successful candidates.
Five credits, including English Language and Mathematics.
The achievement provides another reason for stakeholders in the state’s education sector to celebrate while also challenging them to sustain and build on the progress recorded.
