FG condemns assault on Ondo school vice principal over WASSCE integrity
WAEC
Abdullateef Fowewe
The Federal Ministry of Education has issued a strong condemnation of the violent attack on Rotifa, Vice Principal of Complete Child Development College, Aule, Akure, Ondo State.
The assault was reportedly carried out by suspected thugs allegedly hired by the parents of a student, in retaliation for Rotifa’s enforcement of examination rules during the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).
In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Director, of Press and Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Education, Boriowo Folasade, the Ministry praised the prompt actions of Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, and the State Police Command for swiftly arresting the suspects, including Dorcas Asije and four accomplices.
The Ministry called for thorough investigations and the prosecution of all involved to serve as a deterrent against future incidents.
Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, emphasised the Ministry’s unwavering stance against examination malpractice and intimidation.
The statement states, “The Ministry, under the leadership of the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa, reiterates its zero tolerance for examination malpractice, intimidation of school staff, and any form of unethical conduct from students, parents, or guardians.
“Any student found engaging in examination malpractice will face sanctions in line with national examination guidelines. Furthermore, any parent or guardian who enables, supports, or participates in such criminal behaviour will be prosecuted under the law.”
The Ministry also urged all schools to report any threats or breaches during examinations promptly to law enforcement and educational authorities, confirming that collaborative efforts with state ministries, law enforcement, and examination bodies are ongoing to safeguard the integrity and security of national examinations.
“The Honourable Minister stated that all schools are encouraged to promptly report any threats or breaches of conduct during examinations to law enforcement agencies and relevant educational authorities.
“We are working in collaboration with state ministries of education, law enforcement agencies, and examination bodies to enhance the security and integrity of our examination processes.
““The Federal Ministry of Education stands firmly with the management and staff of Complete Child Development College, and by extension, all education stakeholders nationwide who continue to uphold the values of discipline, accountability, academic excellence, and who resist examination malpractice,” it added.
