The Federal Ministry of Education has strongly condemned the assault of the Vice Principal of Complete Child Development College, Aule, Akure, Ondo State, Mr. Rotifa, for upholding the integrity of the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).
This is according to a statement issued by the Director, Press and Public Relations of the Ministry, Boriowo Folasade on Tuesday.
TheFact Daily gathered that suspected thugs, allegedly hired by the parents of a student, assaulted the Vice Principal for refusing the use of phone during the examination.
Boriowo said, “the ministry commend the swift response of Executive Governor of Ondo State His Excellency Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, and the State Police Command in arresting the suspects, including Mrs. Dorcas Asije and four accomplices. We urge that thorough investigations be concluded and all culprits duly prosecuted to serve as a deterrent”.
She added that the Ministry, under the leadership of the 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 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”, she said.
She further stated that 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.
