Lagos Postpones BECE Papers Over Oro Festival in Ikorodu

The Lagos State Government has postponed all Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) papers originally scheduled for Wednesday, July 1, 2026, following the declaration of the Oro Festival in parts of the Ikorodu Division. The decision was taken after consultations with relevant stakeholders to ensure the safety of candidates and examination officials.

The announcement was made by the Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education through the Lagos State Examinations Board. According to the government, all affected examination papers have been rescheduled to Tuesday, July 7, 2026, while every other paper on the BECE timetable will be conducted as originally planned.

Officials explained that the adjustment was necessary to safeguard the lives of candidates, examination personnel and other stakeholders, while ensuring that the examinations are conducted in a peaceful and orderly environment. The 2026 BECE, which commenced on June 29, will therefore continue uninterrupted except for the papers affected by the festival.

The government advised candidates to obtain the revised examination timetable from their respective schools and prepare adequately for the rescheduled papers. It also apologised for any inconvenience caused by the change and appealed to parents, guardians, school administrators and the public for their understanding and cooperation.

The Lagos State Examinations Board reaffirmed its commitment to conducting credible, transparent and hitch-free examinations, stressing that the timetable adjustment was purely a precautionary measure to protect all participants during the Oro Festival.