The Ghana Education Service (GES) has cautioned heads of basic schools against imposing unauthorized Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) registration fees on final-year students.
In a press release dated February 12, 2025, the GES stated that it had taken notice of social media reports alleging that some school heads were demanding such fees.
The agency emphasized that these charges are illegal and directed all heads of basic schools to cease the practice immediately.
Regional Directors have been instructed to alert District Directors to monitor the situation and ensure compliance.
School heads who have already collected unauthorized fees are required to refund the money, with non-compliance resulting in sanctions.
Additionally, the GES reminded schools that late registration of candidates will not be permitted, urging all eligible students to register within the period set by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC).
The statement, signed by Cassandra Twum Ampofo, Head of the Public Relations Unit, advised the general public to take note of the directive.
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