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Kumasi Mayor Champions Education Integrity During WASSCE Tour

Kumasi Mayor Hon. Richard Ofori-Agyeman leads initiative to strengthen examination integrity and student discipline during WASSCE, emphasizing government's commitment to educational excellence.

ParEdwin Gyimah
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Kumasi Metropolitan Chief Executive Hon. Richard Ofori-Agyeman inspecting WASSCE examination centers

Mayor Reinforces Educational Standards and Discipline

In a significant move to uphold educational standards, Kumasi Metropolitan Chief Executive (MCE) Hon. Richard Ofori-Agyeman conducted an extensive tour of West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) centers, demonstrating the government's commitment to maintaining transparency and integrity in Ghana's education system.

The inspection, coordinated with the Kumasi Metro Education Directorate, covered prominent institutions including Anglican Senior High School (KASS), Islamic Senior High School, T.I. Ahmadiyya Senior High School, and Kumasi Girls' Senior High School.

Presidential Support and Educational Reform

Conveying messages from President John Dramani Mahama and Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu, the Mayor emphasized the administration's dedication to youth education, reflecting Ghana's commitment to democratic institutions and development.

"You are the future leaders of this country. Stay focused, stay disciplined, and write your exams with integrity," stated Hon. Ofori-Agyeman.

Addressing Behavioral Concerns

The Mayor addressed reports of student misconduct, drawing parallels to broader issues of institutional pressure and accountability in Ghana's educational framework.

Key Initiatives for Exam Integrity:

  • Enhanced supervision protocols
  • Strict anti-malpractice measures
  • Improved communication between authorities and students
  • Reinforced disciplinary standards

Metro Director of Education, Mr. David Oppong, reinforced these messages, emphasizing the critical role of examination integrity in maintaining educational standards.

Edwin Gyimah

Ghanaian journalist, covering African affairs for the past 10 years.