By Grace Q. Bryant
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) says as of today, September 18, 2024, individual students will be able to check their results by using their Identification Numbers and Result Checker details.
According to WAEC, on September 17, 2024, school authorities were granted access to their students’ results through the WAEC Online School Registration Portal.
The Council said those results will remain provisional until all discrepancies and issues are resolved emphasizing that the provisional status underscores WAEC’s caution in ensuring that all aspects of the examination process are thoroughly vetted.
Meanwhile, WAEC announced that the suspension of the results of several candidates in the 2024 examinations impacted both the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the Liberia Junior High School Certificate Examination (LJHSCE).
The clarification was made in response to serious concerns about the exams malpractice, for which WAEC had to withhold the results of a significant number of students pending further investigation.
During a detailed press briefing at its headquarters in Monrovia, WAEC’s Executive Director Dale Gbotoe clarified the situation of delay by revealing that some 725 WASSCE candidates’ results and 83 LJHSCE candidates’ results are currently under scrutiny.
Although the specifics of the alleged malpractices remain undisclosed, Gbotoe emphasized that a rigorous investigative process is underway and that the council’s decision to withhold these results reflects its commitment to maintaining the integrity and credibility of the examination process.
The WASSCE, an essential examination for students across the West African region, and the LJHSCE, designed specifically for Liberian students, are critical benchmarks in the academic journeys of young learners.
Gbotoe assured that WAEC is dedicated to ensuring that only students who meet the highest standards of academic integrity will receive their results pointing out that this commitment is fundamental to preserving the value of these qualifications in the educational and professional landscapes.
Gbotoe specifically acknowledged the pivotal role played by former President George Weah, the Government, and the people of Liberia in facilitating the examination process adding, that this support has been instrumental in managing and executing a smooth examination cycle despite the challenges posed by the current situation.
WAEC boss also expressed deep appreciation to the Government of Liberia for its steadfast support throughout the examination period which includes the government’s commitment to covering examination fees for all WASSCE candidates and public-school students participating in the LJHSCE.
The Ministry of Education, law enforcement agencies, and educational secretariats have all played significant roles in maintaining the examination’s integrity as well as the Liberia National Police, the Liberia Revenue Authority, and other security agencies for their collaborative efforts in ensuring a secure and orderly examination environment, the WAEC boss stated.
As the investigation continues, WAEC said it remains committed to upholding the high standards of its examinations throughout the West African region with a promise to keep the public informed about any new developments and the final outcomes of the ongoing investigation.
However, students and educational institutions are encouraged to exercise patience and cooperate fully as WAEC works diligently to address and resolve the issues at hand while the Council notes that this period of scrutiny, though challenging, it is crucial for upholding the credibility and fairness of the examination system, ensuring that all students receive the recognition they rightfully deserve.
