Koforidua Mayor tours BECE centres

Candidates sitting for this year’s Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) across the Eastern Region have received a significant morale boost, following a motivational tour of selected examination centers in Koforidua by Mr Ransford Owusu Boakye, the mayor, of Koforidua.

The high-profile visit, aimed at encouraging candidates and monitoring the smooth conduct of the nationwide examination took the ministerial delegation to four major centers in Koforidua namely Koforidua Secondary Technical School, New Juaben Senior High School, Pentecost Senior High School and Oti Boateng Senior High School, where warm interactions with candidates, teachers, invigilators and examination officials underscored the government’s continued commitment to quality education and credible examinations.

At each center, the mayor addressed candidates, many of whom were visibly anxious, but optimistic as they prepared to write papers that will shape the next stage of their academic journey.

In a message filled with hope and reassurance, he urged the students to remain calm, focused and confident, reminding them that the BECE represents far more than an academic assessment; it is a gateway to future opportunities.

“You have prepared for this moment for years. This is your opportunity to demonstrate what you have learned. Stay focused, avoid fear, and give your very best. Success comes to those who prepare well and believe in themselves,” he told the candidates.

His presence was met with excitement and appreciation from students, many of whom said the visit gave them renewed confidence and inspiration at crucial moment.

Several candidates described the encouragement as timely, saying it helped reduce anxiety and strengthened their resolve to perform well.

One candidate remarked: “Seeing leaders come here personally to encourage us makes us feel important. It gives us confidence that we can succeed.”

Commitment to Free, Fair and Credible Examinations

Beyond motivating students, Mr Boakye held discussions with supervisors, invigilators, and teachers on the need to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, fairness and vigilance throughout the examination period.

He commended examination officials for their dedication and stressed that the integrity of Ghana’s educational system depends largely on transparency, discipline and strict compliance with examination regulations.

“Teachers and invigilators remain the backbone of our educational system. Their commitment to fairness, discipline, and proper supervision preserves the credibility of our examinations and safeguards the future of our children,” he noted.

He also emphasized the importance of maintaining an examination environment which is free from malpractice, intimidation or irregularities, urging all stakeholders to work together to protect the sanctity of the BECE.

Stakeholders Praise Visit

Education stakeholders welcomed the mayor’s presence, describing it as a practical demonstration of leadership’s interest in the welfare and academic progress of young people.

Teachers at the centres said such visits not only motivate candidates, but also reassure educators that their efforts are recognised and valued.

“When students see leaders personally come to encourage them, it motivates them to take their studies seriously. It tells them their future matters and that society believes in them.”

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