The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has began investigations into irregularities recorded during the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).
In a statement, the exam body said it detected cases of malpractice on the part of candidates, supervisors and invigilators in the just-ended exams.
These according to WAEC included writing on boards for the candidates to copy, smuggling of mobile phones into the examination halls by candidates and teachers, photocopying of answers, and distribution of same to candidates.
In this regard, WAEC said the necessary action will be taken against all examination officials and stakeholders found culpable.
A total of 460,611 candidates made up of 212,954 males and 247, 657 females participated the exam.