Abia Moves to Take Action Against Schools Blacklisted by WAEC
Abia State, Nigeria, takes firm action against examination malpractice as WAEC delists several schools for involvement, prompting the government to revoke their licenses as a deterrent.
Mary Nwaeze 
In a significant move to uphold academic integrity, the West African Examination Council (WAEC) has taken decisive action against examination malpractice in Abia State, Nigeria. Following revelations of involvement in malpractice, WAEC has delisted several secondary schools from participating in its regional examinations.
The Commissioner for Education, Professor Uche Eme Uche, revealed this development while addressing the press in Umuahia. Although specific schools were not disclosed, it was emphasized that most of the affected institutions were private.
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Expressing disdain towards any action that tarnishes the state's educational reputation, Commissioner Uche declared that the operational licenses of these schools would be revoked as a stern deterrent to others. This action aligns with the state government's commitment to maintaining academic standards and integrity in educational institutions.
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Furthermore, it was disclosed that the state government had previously shut down some of the implicated schools due to their unethical practices. Despite warnings, these institutions persisted in compromising standards.
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In a parallel effort to enhance the educational landscape, Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, announced Governor Alex Otti's approval for the immediate renovation of numerous primary and secondary schools across the state. With plans to refurbish 170 primary and 51 public secondary schools, the initiative aims to provide conducive learning environments for students.
Notably, the renovation project will involve selecting 10 primary and three secondary schools from each of the 17 Local Government Areas in Abia State. This comprehensive approach underscores the government's commitment to ensuring quality education for all students while simultaneously cracking down on malpractice to safeguard the integrity of academic assessments.
