MONROVIA – The West African Examination Council (WAEC) Liberia office has issued a stern warning to candidates and parents to avoid purchasing fake materials being circulated on social media that claim to contain questions and answers for the ongoing 2024 WASSCE exams.
“Parents along with school authorities are cautioned to refrain from falling for such scams,” reiterated the WAEC Liberia Office. The Examination Office highlighted that the primary aim of these fraudulent activities is to exploit candidates for financial gain.
WAEC has assured the public that it has implemented comprehensive measures to combat these fraudulent activities. The Council is actively collaborating with state security agencies to apprehend and prosecute the perpetrators of these scams.
The Council expressed gratitude to state security actors for their ongoing support in combating examination malpractice during the WASSCE for School Candidates, 2024. WAEC emphasized the importance of continued robust efforts to uphold the integrity of Liberia’s educational system.
In addition to seeking the cooperation of security forces, WAEC called on the public to assist in curbing academic dishonesty by reporting any instances of examination malpractice they encounter.
Furthermore, WAEC Liberia office condemned the longstanding practices by some schools and candidates involving “camping” and paying “flexibility fees” to receive assistance before, during, and after the exams. The Council urged those involved to cease such activities immediately or face severe consequences.
Despite these challenges, WAEC remains committed to maintaining its status as a world-class examining body that conducts credible examinations in the public interest across Liberia and the subregion.
The statement from WAEC Liberia came after the Council noted with grave concern the proliferation of what are believed to be exam questions and answers on social media platforms such as Facebook, Telegram, and WhatsApp.
WAEC criticized these activities as unwarranted and unwholesome, noting that they are perpetuated by unscrupulous individuals intent on tarnishing the Council’s reputation. Unfortunately, some of these individuals include school authorities, according to WAEC.
The Council reiterated its commitment to safeguarding the integrity of the examination process and ensuring that all candidates have a fair and honest opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and skills.
