The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) has cautioned teachers serving as invigilators in the ongoing Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) to maintain the highest level of professionalism and avoid any form of malpractice.
Speaking to Adom News following the arrest of some invigilators at examination centres, GNAT General Secretary, Thomas Tanko Musah, urged teachers to be vigilant and uphold the integrity of the examination process.
“Teachers must stay away from trouble and be extremely careful during the exams,” Mr. Musah stated.
He stressed that the BECE is not the end of the road for the candidates, and as such, teachers should not be involved in or support any acts of misconduct that could lead to arrests or tarnish their professional image.
Mr. Musah reminded teachers of their responsibility to model ethical behaviour and act as guardians of fairness within the educational system.
He warned that any actions compromising the credibility of the exams could have lasting negative consequences for both students and the teaching profession.
The GNAT chief also appealed to the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) to maintain strict oversight and ensure the security of examination materials at all levels.
“The integrity of the examination must be safeguarded,” he said. “WAEC must continue to strengthen its security measures to prevent leaks or any form of compromise that could undermine public confidence in our education system.”
The BECE remains a critical milestone in the academic journey of thousands of junior high school students nationwide. GNAT’s call serves as a timely reminder for all stakeholders to uphold the principles of honesty, discipline, and professionalism.
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