GES Seeks Copy of BECE Documentary for Disciplinary Action.


GES Seeks Copy of BECE Documentary for Disciplinary Action.

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has taken steps to address widespread examination malpractice by officially requesting copies of Joy News’ investigative documentary Dark World of BECE. The exposé, which revealed systemic corruption during the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), has generated intense public concern about the credibility of one of the nation’s most critical assessments.

John Kapi, Director of Public Affairs at the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), confirmed the request during an interview on JoyNews’ PM Express. He explained that while WAEC plays a central role in conducting the BECE, it does not have the mandate to sanction teachers who were implicated. According to him, WAEC can only bar those individuals from participating in future examinations, but formal disciplinary action must come from the GES.

The documentary, led by GH Probe’s Francisca Enchil, exposed troubling practices at examination centers in Accra. Investigators captured invigilators demanding daily “tokens” of GH¢60 from candidates, supervisors accepting envelopes containing GH¢400, and students being coerced into contributing to what was described as an “Aseda Offertory.” These revelations pointed to a well-organized racket involving officials who were entrusted with safeguarding the integrity of the examination.

The development has sparked outrage across the country, with stakeholders demanding swift and decisive action. For many, the GES request for copies of the documentary is only the first step. The true test will be in how strongly the service responds to protect the credibility of the BECE and restore public trust in the educational system. The scandal highlights not only the scale of corruption but also the urgent need for tighter supervision, reforms in monitoring, and accountability structures strong enough to deter future malpractice.



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