Keta Records Two Absentees on Day One of BECE

Keta: Two examination centres in the Keta Municipality of the Volta Region have reported one absentee each on the first day of the ongoing Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). The centres, Keta Senior High Technical School (Ketasco) and Keta Business College (Ketabusco), were expecting a total of 293 candidates from 11 schools and 157 candidates from 5 schools, respectively. According to Ghana News Agency, a total of 1,350 candidates from 54 schools, comprising 43 public and 11 private institutions, were expected to participate in this year's BECE in the Municipality. This examination represents a crucial transition point for Junior High School students across the country. Reverend David Kofi Dzikunu, the Supervisor at the Ketabusco centre, stated in an interview that the examination commenced with the English Language and Religious and Moral Education (RME) papers. Candidates were punctual in arriving at the designated centre to start their examination. Reverend Dzikunu confirmed that one absent ee was recorded at Ketabusco by the end of the first day, identifying the absentee as a pupil of Vui Zion. The reason for the absence is yet to be determined. He emphasized that all necessary arrangements, including security and essential materials, were in place to ensure a smooth examination process. He also commended the invigilators and candidates for their peaceful conduct during the examination. The Ghana News Agency further reported that the absentee at the Ketasco centre was a pupil from Ketasco Basic School B. The student reportedly ran away from home due to maltreatment by a family member. Meanwhile, Raymond Sedinam Tey, a candidate at the examination, expressed his satisfaction with the English Language and RME papers, hoping for favorable outcomes in the remaining exams to secure admission to his dream school, Abor Senior High School. The examination process, overseen by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), is set to continue until May 11. Municipal education officials are expected to m aintain oversight at all seven centres in the area to ensure the remaining papers proceed without incident.