By Gwurld4026 
Victoria Island Exam Fiasco: GCE Students Turned Away and Stranded
On January 30, 2025, General Certificate Examination (GCE) candidates assigned to the National Open University (NOUN) center in Victoria Island, Lagos, faced unexpected challenges when they were denied entry upon arrival. The refusal was due to ongoing NOUN examinations, which prevented the institution from accommodating external activities.
Left momentarily stranded and uncertain about their next steps, the candidates were eventually redirected to an alternative venue within a market area on Lagos Island. Videos shared online depict the students waiting outside the new location as preparations were made for their exams.
Parents expressed frustration, criticizing the GCE organizers for perceived incompetence and highlighting the lack of prior notification regarding the venue change. They emphasized that no information was provided until the candidates had already arrived at the initial exam center.