WAEC arrests 43 teachers over BECE exam malpractice

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has confirmed the arrest of 43 teachers for alleged involvement in examination malpractice during the just-ended BECE.

Head of Public Affairs John Kapi disclosed the figure on JoyNews’ The Pulse, saying all those arrested so far are teachers, myjoyonline.com

reported on May 12, 2026.

Kapi clarified that no students have been arrested.

“Well, usually students are not put under arrest. Their statements are taken and then brought back to the office for further investigation before a final decision is taken about them,” he explained.

The arrests form part of WAEC’s push to clamp down on irregularities and protect the integrity of public exams.

Kapi assured candidates, parents, and stakeholders that WAEC is ready for the ongoing WASSCE, with the English oral paper set for Wednesday, May 13.

Some practical papers, cost accounting, and other subjects have already been conducted successfully.

“Because of the numbers, especially coinciding with the BECE, we gave priority to the BECE. Now for this week, the oral English paper is going to take place, and as the weeks go by, we will get into full throttle,” he said.

WAEC said it remains committed to a smooth and credible WASSCE while maintaining strict surveillance to prevent malpractice.

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