The Lagos State Government has confirmed the dates for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).
In a statement shared on its official page, the Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, through the Lagos State Examinations Board, announced that the examination will be held from “Monday, June 29, 2026, and conclude on Monday, July 6, 2026.”
The Registrar of the Lagos State Examinations Board, Mr. Adebayo Orunsolu, said the examination remains an important milestone in the academic journey of students in the state.
“The examination remains a significant academic milestone in the educational journey of students across the State,” he said.
He urged parents, guardians and school administrators to take note of the timetable and ensure strict compliance with all guidelines issued by the Board.
Orunsolu explained that the BECE serves as the transition examination for students moving from Junior Secondary School to Senior Secondary School in both public and approved private schools.
“The BECE serves as the official transition examination for students in public and approved private schools advancing from Junior Secondary School to Senior Secondary School,” he said.
