Students write WAEC English exam midnight with lantern, torchlight
Some pupils in some parts of Taraba, Oyo, Ogun, Benue and Osun states on Wednesday night took their West African Examination Council (WAEC) exam with lantern and torchlight.
Parents who came in search of their wards only to be told that they were taking the supposed English Language exam described the act as uncalled for and demanded an apology from the examination body.
They said WAEC should have postponed the exam instead of subjecting the children to hardship, especially since they would take another subject the next day.
They stated further that such had never been experienced in the state.
The parents, therefore, called on the Federal Government to punish those responsible for the act and curtail such from repeating itself.
But the examination body has blamed the ugly development on late arrival of examination materials.
In a statement issued by its spokesperson, Moyosola Adeshina, WAEC said the delay was the result of deliberate security and logistical measures aimed at preventing the leakage of examination materials and safeguarding the credibility of the test.
While noting that the council ultimately achieved its objective of preserving the exam’s integrity, the body acknowledged that certain challenges affected the smooth and timely delivery of materials.
“The West African Examinations Council appreciates the understanding and support of all stakeholders during this period. We remain committed to upholding the highest standard in the conduct of examinations and shall continue to promote academic excellence,” the statement read.
“We recognise the importance of timely conduct of examinations and the impact of this decision on the candidates, their schools and parents, and we sincerely apologise for any inconveniences caused,” the council added.
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