President of the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), Angel Carbonu, has refuted former President John Mahama’s recent allegations of widespread cheating among senior high school graduates.
Mr Carbonu emphasized the uniqueness of each examination, stating that “no two examinations can be the same.”
Former President Mahama had expressed concerns about the authenticity of the recent West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results, pointing to the high pass rates.
He alleged instances of invigilators and teachers aiding students in cheating, cautioning about potential consequences for the country’s educational system.
In response, Carbonu challenged Mahama to provide statistical evidence supporting his claims, suggesting that there might be information not known to the public.
“The information the former President has will help all of us to resolve the matter,” he added.
Angel Carbonu clarified that it is incorrect to make sweeping statements about teachers’ performance, stating that not every teacher engages in cheating.
While acknowledging that there have been instances where a few teachers were implicated in cheating, he emphasized that this does not reflect the broader teaching community.
The NAGRAT President urged politicians to refrain from meddling in the country’s education system and instead focus on addressing the challenges confronting teachers.
“We beg you politicians, stop playing political football with our exams. Let us maintain our standards. Every examination is different every year” he stated.