WAEC outlines 5 things candidates must not do during 2024 BECE
As part of efforts to ensure the 2024 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) is malpractice-free, the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has outlined things candidates must not do during the conduct of the examination.
A spokesperson for the not-for-money-making organization, John Kapi at a press conference indicated use of cell phones and other communication devices at examination centres by candidates, invigilators, and supervisors is strictly prohibited.
“Neither Supervisors, invigilators nor candidates are permitted to bring mobile phones into examination halls,” stated Mr. John K. Kapi, Head of Public Affairs, WAEC National Office, during a press briefing on 2024 BECE in Accra.
He also cautioned prospective BECE candidates against removing parts of the question paper or answer booklets, refusing to submit worked scripts, or seeking help from non-candidates during the national examination.
Candidates were reminded to write their names and index numbers in full on their answer booklets and question sheets. Failure to comply with this instruction means the Council will not be able to allot scores to the candidate.
A total of 569,095 candidates representing 282,648 males and 286,447 females from 19,506 private and public Junior High Schools will sit for the BECE for School to start on Monday, July 8, and next Monday, July 15, 2024.
Regarding BECE for Private Candidates, the West African Examinations Council in a statement sighted by Thisterm.com said about 1,366 candidates, comprising 735 males and 631 females are expected to participate in the examination.
A total of 2,123 supervisors, 1,889 assistant supervisors and 19,973 invigilators according to the Examinations Council have been engaged to ensure the smooth conduct of the BECE for School to be held in 2,123 centres nationwide.
For the national examination for Private Candidates, the not-for-profit-making organization said fifteen (15) centres, mainly in the regional capitals
5 things candidates must not do during BECE
1. Bring mobile phones or other electronic devices: This applies to both candidates and exam officials (invigilators and supervisors).
2. Engage in any form of communication: This includes writing phone numbers, phrases like “help me” or “call my mom” in answer booklets, or attempting to contact anyone outside the exam hall.
3. Solicit external assistance: Offering money to examiners or seeking help from non-candidates is strictly prohibited.
4. Tamper with exam materials: Removing parts of the question paper or answer booklets, or refusing to submit completed scripts are all considered offences.
5. Fall prey to cheating scams: The management of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) warns candidates to be wary of websites claiming to have exam questions.