President Nana Akufo-Addo has urged candidates of the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) to abstain from all forms of malpractice ahead of the week-long examination.
In a goodwill message, the president extended best wishes to all candidates as they account for the skills they have acquired over the years.
“I urge you all to eschew any form of examination malpractices. Honesty and integrity are values that will serve you well throughout your lives.
“Approach each paper with a clear mind and the questions to the best of your ability, and trust in the knowledge and skills you have acquired over the years,” he said.
He further expressed confidence in their ability to succeed and advised them to stay focused and give their best.
The nation is behind you, and we are all proud of the young men and women you are becoming.
The 2024 BECE is scheduled to commence today, July 8 and end on Monday, July 15, 2024, at all centres nationwide.
A total of 569,095 school candidates and 1,366 private candidates are expected to sit for the BECE this year.
According to the Head of Corporate Affairs, John Kapi, the candidates add notes asking the examiners to call them.
“The Council has noted with concern a number of cases where candidates write telephone numbers or the phrase, “help me”, “call me”, “just call my mum” etc. in their answer booklets. Others also insert various amounts of money in their answer booklets soliciting help from examiners,” Mr Kapi said.
He said this strategy is one of many examination malpractices WAEC uncovered.
However, he said the council has taken measures to curtail such practices.
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