MBSSE Clarifies Exam Registration Issues, Blames Schools for Noncompliance
The Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MBSSE) has addressed concerns over pupils unable to register for upcoming examinations, attributing the issue to schools’ failure to comply with registration requirements.
In a statement released today, the ministry confirmed that school leaders were repeatedly instructed to upload pupils’ Continuous Assessment Scores (CASS) before the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) deadline. Despite multiple reminders since May last year, some schools did not meet this requirement, preventing WAEC from processing their pupils’ registrations.
MBSSE expressed regret over the consequences for affected students but emphasized that responsibility lies with school leaders who failed to comply. The ministry is now considering measures to enforce strict adherence to WAEC’s regulations in future exam cycles.
“All school leaders must prioritize their responsibilities to avoid such issues and ensure students are not disadvantaged,” the statement read.
The ministry reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining accountability and fairness in the education system.
