Gov’t not responsible for 2025 WASSCE decline

The government has dismissed claims that it is responsible for the significant decline recorded in the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).

Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, said the poor results cannot be attributed to the government, following public criticism over the sharp drop in overall performance.

Speaking during the inauguration of the governing councils of four Colleges of Education, Mr. Iddrisu described the results as a wake-up call and called for a comprehensive assessment of secondary education to improve quality.

“In Ghana, when students perform well, we credit the students. When they fail, we blame the Minister. I refuse to accept that the government of President Mahama, the Ministry of Education, or the assessment body is responsible for this poor performance,” he said.

He added that the results should prompt stakeholders to evaluate the state of secondary education, particularly regarding quality assurance and infrastructure.

“Many institutions, from many years ago till yesterday, are still operating with the same infrastructure. Over the years, not a single dormitory or building has been added to their facilities,” he said.

The Minister also revealed that the government has secured $200 million from the World Bank to end the double-track system in schools.

“We intend to convert 30 Category C schools to Category B, 10 Category B schools to Category A, and expand infrastructure in all Category A schools,” he said, highlighting the government’s commitment to improving educational standards and learning conditions.