The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has put together a new list of recommended texts for the Ibibio language for the West African Senior School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE) from 2026 to 2030. These texts, spanning prose, poetry, and drama, aim to provide students with a solid foundation in the Ibibio language, culture, and literary heritage.
They also serve as academic resources and promote the preservation and promotion of the Ibibio language and its traditions. The selection is designed to challenge intellectually, inspire creativity, and develop language skills.
In this post, we have made available the new WAEC Ibibio Language Recommended Texts For 2026-2030, so as to keep students, parents and teachers abreast of the latest change and also help students successfully study for their examination.
WAEC Ibibio Language Recommended Texts For 2026-2030
ORAL LITERATURE
- Prose:
Title
Mbak Anyan-idaha By Udonkwak, M. T. - Poetry:
Title
Kap Toiyo: Mme uto Ibibio By Udoh, E. and Etim, G. - Drama:
Title
Mbre Ke Ibibio: Ma nkpo mfo By Umo, N.
WRITTEN LITERATURE
- Prose:
Title
Ufoknwed Idan By Udonkwak, M. T. - Poetry:
Title
Mben Idim anie adion By Ekpo, G., Solomon, N. C. & Benson, K. A - Drama:
Title
Uwa By Andy, E.
CULTURE
Title
Edu uwem Ke Ibibio By John, E. E. et. al.
GRAMMAR
Titles:
1. Yak Ikeep Ibibio By Urua, E. E. et. al.
2. Tan nyan wet ke Ibibio By Iwoketuk, U. E. et. al.
3. Ayoho Ifiok Ke Ibibio By Ekpo, G. and Sunday, V.
REFERENCE TEXTS
Titles:
1. A Grammar of the Ibibio Language By Essien, O. E.
2. Ibibio Phonetics and Phonology By Urua, E. E.
3. Nwed Usem Ibibio (Ibibio Dictionary) By Urua, E. E. et. al.
4. Nke Ibibio (Iko ifiok eset mme ete nnyin) By Inyang, E. T.
5. A Study of the Ibibio Language for schools & colleges By Imeh, E. E.
Conclusion
The WAEC Ibibio Language Recommended Texts for 2026-2030 provide students with an opportunity to explore the linguistic and cultural heritage of the Ibibio people. These texts serve as academic tools and cultural artifacts, enhancing students’ understanding of their identity and heritage.
Following the the list in this article, parent, students and teachers can prepare ahead of time.
FAQs
How were the recommended texts selected?
WAEC brings together a group of experts in Ibibio language to select the texts, this is in order to ensure that the texts are relevant, culturally, educationally and to also align with the objectives and curriculum of WAEC.
How will these texts help students in their WAEC examinations?
These texts help students prepare adequately for their WAEC examination by giving them prior knowledge of the books to read.
Can students use previous years’ recommended texts for preparation?
It is always advisable to focus on the current list of recommended text that is applicable the year you are writing your exam. Although, you can continue reading other texts for learning purposes but you should study texts relevant for your exam.
Where can I find more information about the WAEC Ibibio Language curriculum and recommended texts?
You can visit the WAEC official website for more information on the recommended texts and even the Ibibio syllabus. You can also get more information from your school, or your child/ward’s school.
