Hot SourceAs the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) officially begins, the Deputy Minister for Education, Dr Clement Abas Apaak, has issued a stern warning to all school staff, both teaching and non-teaching against engaging in examination malpractice.
Speaking on behalf of the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, Dr Apaak emphasized that the Ministry, in collaboration with the Ghana Education Service (GES), the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), and security agencies, will not tolerate any form of cheating, leakage, or compromise during this year’s exams.
“Staff members found guilty of aiding or abetting examination malpractice will face strict disciplinary action, including dismissal and possible jail term,” Dr Apaak stated.
“The integrity of our examinations is non-negotiable, and all personnel are expected to uphold the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and accountability.”
According to the Deputy Minister, surveillance and monitoring efforts have been significantly intensified this year, and any misconduct will be met with swift, public, and unforgiving consequences.
“Schools are places of learning, not breeding grounds for dishonesty,” he said.
“Those who participate in any acts that compromise the integrity of the examination will be dealt with severely.”
Dr Apaak, further urged all school personnel to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity before, during, or after the examinations.
“Protecting the fairness of the examination process is a collective responsibility. We expect all stakeholders to work together to ensure that students succeed based on merit,” he added.
Reiterating the Ministry’s position, he made it clear that no individual involved in examination irregularities will be shielded.
“You have been employed to nurture, guide, and support students in their academic journey, not to compromise their future,” Dr Apaak stated.
He also echoed the views of Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu, emphasizing the importance of raising a generation of students who value integrity.
“There must be zero tolerance for exam malpractice across the country. The young ones must grow in integrity, and let no one of them be associated with exam malpractice,” the Minister said.
Dr Apaak, encouraged candidates to stay focused and confident, assuring them that they have been adequately prepared.
“You have what it takes to succeed with integrity. Believe in yourselves, and go into the examination room knowing that your best effort is enough,” he said.
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