A Nigerian student, Lorr Milly, has taken to Facebook to ask whether his 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) result is sufficient for admission to study civil engineering at a Nigerian university. The post, shared shortly after the West African Examinations Council released results in August 2026, has sparked a wave of reactions from Nigerians offering advice on subject combinations and admission prospects.
Lorr Milly's 2026 WAEC Result: A Closer Look
Lorr Milly's result card, which he posted in a Facebook group, shows grades in nine subjects: A1 in Digital Technologies, B2 in Agriculture, B2 in Chemistry, B3 in Physics, C4 in English Language, C4 in Civic Education, C6 in General Mathematics, D7 in Geography, and F9 in Biology. While the result contains some impressive grades, the F9 in Biology and D7 in Geography raised concerns for some, but others pointed out that the core subjects for engineering are what matter most.
In his post, Lorr Milly asked: "Can I use this result to study civil engineering and can I get admission with this result?" The question is a common one among Nigerian students who receive their WAEC results, as they navigate the complex university admission process.
Expert and Public Reactions: What Civil Engineering Requires
Nigerians familiar with university admission requirements were quick to respond, with many noting that for civil engineering, the essential subjects are English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, and one additional science subject. Samuel Inyang, a commenter on the post, wrote: "Your result is good enough to give you admission to study Civil Engineering. You needed 1. English 2. Maths 3. Chemistry 4. Physics 5. Biology or Agriculture. Congratulations to you in advance."
Toyin Aya Olufemi echoed this sentiment, stating: "Yes u can, all u need is physical, math, chem and Eng with any other subject. U're good to go." These responses indicate that despite the F9 in Biology, Lorr Milly's result meets the typical requirements, as Agriculture can substitute for Biology in many institutions.
However, one commenter suggested an alternative path. Friday Udochukwu Okpodike wrote: "That is why I keep advising students to write Economics, if there is Economics in this Result, you can navigate to commercial courses." This highlights the importance of subject combinations in determining course options in Nigerian universities.
Admission Hopes and the WAEC Factor
The post reflects a familiar scenario each year as thousands of Nigerian secondary school leavers assess their WAEC results and plan their next steps. With the 2026 results freshly released, many students are in the same position, uncertain whether their grades meet the cut-offs for their desired courses. Lorr Milly's case illustrates the anxiety and hope that accompany result releases.
While his result has weak points, including the F9 in Biology and D7 in Geography, respondents on the post agree that it covers the core subjects required for engineering programmes at Nigerian universities. This is consistent with the general admission guidelines set by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and individual institutions, which typically require credit passes in English, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry for engineering courses.
Related Stories and Context
In related news, a boy who scored 307 in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) showed his 2026 WAEC result, and UNILAG's best graduating student shared how he was rejected by the University of Ibadan. These stories underscore the competitive nature of university admissions in Nigeria and the importance of both UTME and WAEC results.
Additionally, Legit.ng previously reported on the Lagos State University (LASU) best graduating student who opened up about her admission experience. In an interview with Legit.ng, she discussed her struggles, academic journey, and future aspirations, offering inspiration to students like Lorr Milly.
As the 2026 admission season progresses, students are advised to verify specific requirements for their chosen courses at their preferred institutions, as some universities may have stricter criteria than others. For now, Lorr Milly's result appears to be a positive sign for his civil engineering dream, pending official admission processes.
