The Ghana Education Service (GES) has released an official statement addressing what it describes as growing misconceptions and misinformation surrounding the recently released 2025 WASSCE results. The statement, issued on 1st December 2025 by the Public Relations Unit at the GES Headquarters, aims to provide clarity and reinforce public confidence in the credibility of the examinations.
According to the release, management has observed heightened public discussions following the publication of the results and believes it is important to provide accurate information to foster balanced national conversation.
GES strongly refuted claims made by the immediate past Minister for Education, Dr. Yaw Osei-Adutwum, who reportedly attributed the performance of candidates to what he labelled as unsupportive management practices within the Service. GES described such remarks as attempts to divert attention from what it believes were shortcomings in managing the examination process during his tenure.
Responding to allegations that teacher allowances had been cancelled, GES noted that such claims were false. The Service referenced clarifications issued by the Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD), which explained the reasons behind the delayed payment of November allowances, rather than any cancellation.
The statement further urged the public to disregard comments made by Dr. Adutwum regarding the credibility of the 2025 results, stating that his assertions were intended to deflect blame. GES emphasized that, from its assessment, the performance of students this year is a true reflection of their academic abilities.
GES highlighted the rigorous measures taken ahead of the examinations, noting that both the Ministry of Education and the GES issued strict directives against examination malpractice. Teachers or officials found aiding infractions were to face severe sanctions, a policy the Service says was strictly enforced.
This year’s WASSCE, the GES added, was conducted under intensified supervision, heightened invigilation, and strict adherence to examination protocols across all centres. These efforts, the statement said, led to the apprehension of several students and staff who attempted to engage in malpractice, signalling progress in the fight for examination integrity.
GES concluded that the outcome of the 2025 WASSCE is a testament to national efforts to restore credibility to Ghana’s examination system. A credible system, it said, ultimately protects the interests of students, schools, and the country at large.
The Service reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring fairness and maintaining high standards in all national assessments.
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