The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has confirmed the arrest of 10 invigilators across Ghana for their alleged involvement in various examination malpractices.
Director of Public Affairs at WAEC, John Kapi, disclosed on Starr Today on GHOne TV on Wednesday, June 11, that the suspects have been handed over to the Ghana Police Service for further investigation and subsequent prosecution.
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According to him, the arrests were made during the ongoing Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) as part of efforts to uphold the integrity and credibility of the exams.
The 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) began today, June 11, across various centers nationwide. The examination, conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), marks a critical academic milestone for thousands of final-year junior high school students seeking admission into senior high schools.
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This year’s exams are taking place under heightened supervision as WAEC intensifies efforts to uphold the integrity of the process.
Source: Ghana/Starrfm.com.gh/Risa Wyettey Cofie
