The Ghana Education Service (GES) has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding a Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidate who was barred from sitting for the exam due to lateness. Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu expressed deep concern over the development, calling for swift action from the Director-General of GES.
According to Minister Iddrisu, the student had been involved in an accident, and denying them the opportunity to take the exam would be a double tragedy, considering the emotional trauma they had already endured. The Minister made these remarks during a tour of the Garrison School BECE center in Accra, where over 600 candidates were taking the exam ¹.
The investigation aims to determine the facts surrounding the incident and take appropriate remedial action in accordance with national assessment rules. The GES is expected to provide a thorough report on the matter, ensuring that the student’s rights are protected and that similar incidents are prevented in the future.
This incident highlights the need for flexibility and understanding in administering exams, particularly in cases where unforeseen circumstances may affect a candidate’s ability to participate. The GES’s prompt response demonstrates its commitment to fairness and student welfare.