Minister of Education Inspects BECE Centres in Accra The Honorable Minister of Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, on Monday, paid a visit to several Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) centers in the Greater Accra region to assess the conduct of the exams and provide support to students. Accompanied by officials from the Ghana Education Service (GES), the Minister toured centers at the Kanda Cluster of Schools, the St. Thomas Aquinas School, and the Ayawaso West Municipal Assembly Basic Schools. During his visit, Dr. Adutwum interacted with students, invigilators, and supervisors to inquire about their experiences and any challenges they may have faced. The Minister expressed satisfaction with the smooth commencement of the exams and commended the efforts of all involved in ensuring its success. “I am impressed by the level of preparedness and the professionalism exhibited by the invigilators and supervisors. The students also appear to be focused and determined to do their best,” said the Minister. Dr. Adutwum emphasized the importance of maintaining the integrity of the exams and urged students to refrain from any acts of malpractice. He also assured invigilators and supervisors that the GES was committed to providing them with the necessary support throughout the examination period. The Minister’s visit served as a morale booster for students and a reminder of the significance of the BECE, which marks the transition to secondary education. It also highlighted the government’s commitment to ensuring the quality and accessibility of education for all Ghanaian children. The BECE, which commenced on Monday, June 13, 2023, will continue until Friday, June 17, 2023. Over 500,000 candidates from across the country are expected to participate in the exams.Minister of Education Visits BECE Centers, Praises ProgressMinister of Education Visits BECE Centers, Praises Progress On July 9, 2024, the Minister of Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, visited several Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) centers in Accra. In a Facebook post, Dr. Adutwum reported on his visit and expressed his satisfaction with the smooth progress of the exams. He particularly commended the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) for the measures implemented to prevent examination malpractice. Highlights of the Minister’s Visit: * Dr. Adutwum visited the College of Education A and B Demonstration School in Accra. * He observed the participation of eight schools at the center. * The Minister praised WAEC’s efforts to combat examination malpractice. * He expressed his support for the serialization of WAEC examination questions. Dr. Adutwum’s Message to Candidates: “I wish all candidates the best of luck and encourage them to work hard to succeed,” Dr. Adutwum stated. BECE 2024 Exam Schedule: The BECE 2024 examination began on July 8 and is expected to conclude on July 15, 2024. Additional Information: * A link to the Minister’s Facebook post is included in the text. * The post also includes screenshots of images from the centers visited by Dr. Adutwum.The Minister of Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, visited various Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) centres in Accra today to monitor the conduct of the examinations. Dr. Adutwum interacted with students, supervisors, and invigilators to assess the smooth running of the exams. He commended the candidates for their composure and adherence to examination rules and regulations. The Minister expressed satisfaction with the general conduct of the exams and urged the students to remain focused and give their best. He emphasized the importance of education and encouraged them to strive for excellence. Dr. Adutwum also inspected the examination facilities and expressed appreciation for the efforts of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the Ghana Education Service (GES) in ensuring a conducive environment for the candidates. During his visit, the Minister reminded the supervisors and invigilators to maintain high standards of integrity and ensure fairness and transparency throughout the examination process. He also advised the students to avoid any form of malpractice and focus on their studies. The Minister’s visit culminated at the Nungua Senior High School, where he interacted with candidates and encouraged them to approach the remaining papers with confidence. He assured them that the government is fully committed to providing quality education for all Ghanaian children.