The Ghana National Education Campaign Coalition (GNECC) has commended the Ghana Education Service (GES) and the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) for their recent actions against examination malpractice, describing the move as a step in the right direction to protect the integrity of Ghana’s education system.
In a press release dated May 5, 2026, the Coalition praised the sanctions and reported convictions of individuals involved in examination misconduct, saying the measures reinforce discipline and credibility in national assessments.
According to GNECC, the crackdown is particularly important as the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) and the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) continue to overlap in the academic calendar, requiring stronger coordination, supervision, and vigilance.
The Coalition noted that ensuring examination integrity demands strict enforcement of rules and improved oversight of examination processes across all centres.
“This decisive action is in the right direction and reinforces efforts to uphold the integrity of Ghana’s examination system,” the statement said.
GNECC also stressed that consistent enforcement of sanctions will serve as a strong deterrent to candidates, invigilators, and other actors who may attempt to compromise the system.
It urged candidates to uphold honesty and discipline throughout the examination period, warning that malpractice undermines both individual futures and national standards.
The statement further called on authorities to strengthen supervision, improve the secure handling of examination materials, and adequately resource examination centres to ensure smooth conduct of exams.
GNECC concluded by wishing all candidates success in their ongoing examinations, while reaffirming its commitment to promoting fairness and integrity in Ghana’s education system.
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