The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has disclosed that eight teachers and invigilators have been convicted and sentenced for their involvement in examination malpractice during the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).
He made the announcement on Monday, May 4, during a monitoring tour of BECE centres in Sefwi Asawinso in the Western North Region.
According to the Minister, the convictions form part of intensified efforts by the Ghana Education Service (GES) and the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) to curb malpractice and safeguard the integrity of national examinations.
He explained that the individuals were found to have facilitated cheating during last year’s examinations and have since been sanctioned in accordance with the law, including removal from the GES payroll.
Mr Iddrisu expressed concern over what he described as a growing trend of examination malpractice, revealing that 178 candidates were affected during the 2025 BECE. In some cases, examination scripts were withheld, while others were cancelled.
He urged candidates to uphold honesty and integrity throughout the examination period, stressing that such values are fundamental to responsible citizenship and national development. He cautioned students against engaging in any form of malpractice.
The Minister also directed invigilators to maintain the highest ethical standards, warning that any breach would attract strict sanctions.
Reaffirming the government’s commitment to credible and transparent examinations, he called on all stakeholders to approach the process with seriousness and a strong sense of responsibility. He concluded by wishing candidates success in their examinations.
