Editorial
Let’s ensure incident-free 2022 WASSCE
The 2022 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) will begin on Monday, August 1, 2022, and run for four weeks until Tuesday, September 27, 2022.
Each year students, especially those who are not prepared for the examination try to cut corners or use other means to get undue advantage to make good grades contrary to the rules guiding the conduct of examination by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC).
Scammers who operate on fake websites lure candidates to access leaked examination question papers, usually referred to as “Appor,” on these websites and on social media to attract the candidates and later exploit them.
However, WAEC has put measures in place to check these practices and assured that preparations towards the smooth running of the examination were on course.
Fortunately, to avoid delays and for security reasons, WAEC has moved the depots, where examination question papers are stored, closer to the examination centres.
This is a step in the right direction and The Spectator commends the Council for this brilliant initiative as it would help reduce any leakages of examination question papers.
Indeed, WAEC is making the effort to sensitise candidates to the rules and regulations of conducting the examination through webinar (web – based) seminar on the topic, “Promoting examination ethics in our schools.”
We urge all candidates to comply with the directive from WAEC and for school authorities to also be vigilant during the examination period to avoid any embarrassment as WAEC has hinted that those who engage in examination malpractice will be named and shamed.
The Spectator adds its voice to that of WAEC urging all stakeholders such as candidates, tutors, invigilators, parents and the public to support WAEC to ensure that this year’s examination is free of the usual malpractices which result in the cancellation of question papers.
You have worked so hard as students and this is the time to justify your inclusion, so do not allow anybody to jeopardise your future by luring you to engage in examination malpractice. You can pass your examination without cheating. Wise up!
We wish all candidates success in the upcoming WASSCE examinations.
Dear Editor,
The performance of the Black Stars of Ghana has plunged the entire nation into a joyful mood.
Very few people gave the team any chance at the World Cup but with the little they have shown, Ghanaians have shown massive support.
All the two matches they have played with England and Panama have been characterized by unending joy after the games.
Apart from the team’s performance, the theme song by Ghana’s ace musician, Kofi Kinata have taken the celebration to a new dimension.
The song resonates through every corner both match and non-match days. And when they are played through the large speakers, it gets both young and old dancing their hearts out.
This is a mood I wish Ghanaians would sustain for a long time to keep the unity and friendship among us. Within this period, politics have been relegated to the background and football dominating the discussion. This is what football can do, let’s keep it growing. For the Black Stars, we say ‘Ayekoo.’
Mawuli Quaye,
Accra
Dear Editor,
I have, over time, observed the growing practice of drying washed clothes on the pavements of some principal streets in Accra, as well as on the grassy medians of major roads.
This practice is often carried out by individuals who have made these public spaces their place of abode.
As a country that seeks to maintain a clean, orderly, and beautiful environment, I believe it is time for the government, through the relevant local authorities, to address this issue.
The use of pavements and road medians for drying clothes undermines efforts to promote cleanliness and urban beautification.
Furthermore, this situation could negatively affect Ghana’s tourism industry. Tourists who visit our country do not only come to see historical landmarks and tourist attractions; they also pay attention to the cleanliness, organization, and general appearance of our streets and public spaces.
The sight of clothes hanging on pavements and road medians creates an impression that is inconsistent with the image of a modern and welcoming city.
Equally disturbing is the practice of bathing children on road medians and street pavements. Apart from raising concerns about public hygiene and safety, such activities diminish the dignity and proper use of these public spaces.
As a concerned citizen, I believe that if we are truly committed to keeping our cities clean, attractive, and conducive to tourism and investment, then we must take decisive action.
Local authorities should enforce existing bylaws and regulations governing the use of public spaces and implement measures to prevent such practices.
By doing so, we can preserve the beauty of our cities and project a positive image of Ghana to both residents and visitors alike.
Kojo K,
Madina
