A candidate writing the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) has died following a road accident in the Upper West Region.
The deceased, identified as Taufii Ibrahim, a pupil of Charia Roman Catholic Junior High School, was travelling on a motorcycle (okada) from Charia to his examination centre in Wa when the crash occurred on Sunday, April 3.
Reports indicate he was on his way to join other candidates to sit the examination when the accident happened. He was rushed to a nearby health facility but was pronounced dead on arrival.
Two pupils were on the motorcycle at the time of the crash. The second student survived but sustained injuries and is currently receiving treatment.
The tragedy has cast a sombre mood over the examination period in the area, as BECE candidates across the country continue their exams.
