Many 2025 WAEC candidates are anxious as their results were marked withheld or held, but this does not mean automatic failure.
WAEC usually withholds results when malpractice or irregularities are suspected, either individually or school-wide, pending investigation.
Affected students are advised to first confirm the reason through their school or WAEC portal, then write a formal complaint letter with their details through the school principal or examination officer, as individuals cannot submit directly.
Complaints can also be taken to WAEC zonal offices with necessary documents, and candidates should follow up politely through official channels.
Most withheld results are eventually released if no wrongdoing is found, so students are urged to remain calm, avoid fraudsters, and keep track of updates on WAEC’s website.