The Deputy Director of the Institute for Education Studies (IFEST), Patrick Apea-Danquah, requests substantiation for former President John Dramani Mahama’s critique of the 2023 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results
Doubts surround the authenticity of these results, creating a contentious discourse within the educational realm.
Despite the Education Minister, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, lauding this year’s WASSCE results as the best since 2015, Mahama contests this assertion.
Alleging lax invigilation and teacher assistance, Mahama challenges the credibility of the examination process, adding a layer of skepticism to the touted success.
During his recent country tour, Mahama not only discredited the examination results but also pointed fingers at malpractices, asserting that students colluded with teachers to manipulate outcomes.
This revelation amplifies concerns about the integrity of the examination system and raises questions about the effectiveness of invigilation protocols.
In response to Mahama’s allegations, the President of the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), Angel Carbonu, steps into the fray, challenging Mahama to provide concrete evidence supporting his claims.
The clash of perspectives between these prominent figures further intensifies the debate surrounding the WASSCE 2023 results, creating a charged atmosphere within the educational community. As stakeholders demand transparency, the need for a thorough investigation into the alleged malpractices becomes paramount.
