The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Suhum Municipal Assembly in the Eastern Region, Lydia Ohenewa Sarah Afasi, has visited several Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) centres within the municipality to monitor the ongoing exams and encourage participating candidates.

Her visit formed part of efforts to gain firsthand insight into the conduct of the exams and to offer words of motivation to the candidates.

The MCE, accompanied by officials from the Suhum Municipal Assembly, the Municipal Education Directorate, and members of the media, toured examination centres including Suhum Secondary Technical School, Suhum Presbyterian Senior High School, and Suhum L/A.

At each centre, Madam Afasi was warmly received by examination supervisors, who briefed her on the ongoing process and led her through the classrooms and exam halls.

Addressing the candidates, Madam Afasi advised them to remain focused on their studies and steer clear of all forms of examination malpractice, particularly the use of unauthorised materials, commonly referred to as "Appo."

She stressed that such actions could lead to the cancellation of their examination papers and compromise their academic future.

“Education is the foundation of your future success. Take it seriously and avoid any behaviour that can distract you or ruin your chances,” she told the students.

She also cautioned against riots and unruly behaviour, stating that such acts could derail their progress and negatively impact their performance.

The MCE encouraged the candidates to concentrate on their books and aim to come out with flying colours, reminding them that they are the future leaders of Ghana.

Supervisors at the centres informed the MCE and her entourage that a total of 2,515 candidates registered for the exams in the municipality, comprising 1,257 boys and 1,258 girls.

It was also disclosed that two of the candidates are pregnant.

Also addressing the students, the Suhum Municipal Director of Education, Mrs. Angelina Aba Osei Bonsu, reinforced the MCE’s caution against malpractice, emphasising that cheating in the exam hall could lead to dire consequences, including paper cancellation.