Stay calm and confident – Haruna Iddrisu to BECE candidates
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has extended his best wishes to candidates nationwide ahead of the commencement of the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).
In a short message released on Monday, May 4, the Tamale South MP encouraged students to tackle the exams with confidence and discipline.
“As students across the country get ready to write the BECE tomorrow, I wish you all the very best,” he said, urging them to remain calm and perform to the best of their abilities in every paper.
He also reminded candidates to maintain honesty and integrity throughout the examination period.
“Always uphold the highest standards of academic honesty and integrity,” he added.
The minister noted that the months of preparation and hard work should give candidates the confidence they need as they enter the exam halls.
“Your hard work has brought you this far—believe in it. I wish you success,” he said.
More than 620,000 candidates across Ghana are set to begin the 2026 BECE on Monday, May 4.
The exams, conducted by the West African Examinations Council, will run until May 11, with a total of 620,141 candidates from 20,395 schools expected to participate nationwide.
This year’s exams are under increased monitoring as authorities intensify efforts to curb malpractice, with WAEC urging candidates to strictly follow the rules and maintain discipline throughout the period.
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