By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH
An invigilator, overseeing the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) at the Forces Senior High Technical School in Burma Camp, is alleged to have been caught with a mobile phone containing examination questions.
The incident came to light during an official tour by the Head of the National Office for the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), Dr. Rosemond Wilson, to some WAEC examination centers in the Greater Accra region on Monday, August 25, 2025.
Dr. Wilson’s attention was drawn to the invigilator, who was observed to be improperly dressed—a potential violation of examination protocols—during her visit. Subsequent interrogation revealed that he was keeping a mobile phone in the examination hall, contrary to the rules of engagement.
A further probe revealed that his mobile phone contained questions for subjects including Picture Making and Oral English.
WAEC regulations strictly prohibit invigilators and supervisors from taking mobile phones or any unauthorised materials into examination halls.
Such breaches are considered a criminal offence under the WAEC Act.
In response to the incident, WAEC officials immediately confiscated the invigilator’s phone for further investigation.
The individual has also been instructed to submit a detailed written report explaining the presence of the phone and the exam questions.
A full-scale investigation is expected to be launched to determine the source of the questions and the invigilator’s network, as this is often part of a larger, organised syndicate.
The school’s administration is expected to cooperate fully with the authorities to ensure a transparent process.
Meanwhile, the first core paper, Social Studies, is scheduled for today.
