By Comfort Sena Fetrie-Akagbor, GNA
Accra, Aug. 03, GNA — Mr Frederick Jude Mwinwule, the Headmaster of St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic School at Awoshie-Anyaa, has called for stricter enforcement of measures to eliminate examination malpractice during the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE),.
He described the practice as a major threat to quality education and national development.
Mr Mwinwule said examination malpractice undermined academic integrity, deprived students of genuine learning opportunities and weakened public confidence in educational qualifications.
He made the call during an end-of-year recognition programme for final-year pupils of the school, on the theme “Forming Minds and Touching Hearts for Academic and Moral Excellence”.
He said examination malpractice affected not only the academic development of students but also their self-confidence, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
According to him, the increasing reliance on leaked examination questions and other forms of cheating had discouraged many students from studying diligently and completing their assignments, leaving them ill-prepared for higher education and the world of work.
“Examination malpractice destroys true learning, erodes the credibility of academic certificates and produces graduates who lack the knowledge and skills needed for national development,” he said.
Mr Mwinwule urged parents, teachers, school authorities and government agencies to work together to promote honesty, discipline and hard work among students.
He stressed that safeguarding the integrity of public examinations was essential to maintaining confidence in Ghana’s education system.
Mr Martin Tetteh Nartey, the Chairman of the Board of St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic School, advised the pupils to remain focused on their studies and pursue academic excellence through dedication and perseverance.
He said education was not merely about passing examinations but about acquiring the knowledge, discipline and values required to build successful careers and contribute meaningfully to national development.
Mr Nartey encouraged the pupils to avoid shortcuts to success and instead develop strong study habits that would prepare them for future academic and professional challenges.
GNA
Edited by Laudia Anyorkor Nunoo/Benjamin Mensah