Aptitude Test: Woman Shares Encouraging Words With WASSCE Applicants, “Give the System Some Time”
- A woman shared strategic steps applicants could take when facing technical challenges on the Security Service portal, guiding candidates on staying calm and resolving access issues
- Her post followed complaints from applicants who were unable to access their aptitude test questions on the portal, sparking conversations online about delays and technical setbacks
- Some degree and HND applicants discussed the questions they encountered during their aptitude tests, with their accounts circulating widely and drawing strong reactions online
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As Ghana’s Internal Security Service portal experienced temporary downtime, WASSCE applicants found themselves navigating uncertainty while attempting their aptitude tests.
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A woman, known online as Dora Esinam, who has been closely observing the process, shared encouraging words with students, urging them to remain calm.
“Give the system some time to stabilise,” she advised, reminding applicants that technical difficulties are sometimes unavoidable.
Early birds among the applicants had a smoother experience. Some reported successfully submitting their tests at dawn, facing no technical issues, and completing their work without interruptions.
Kofi Sammy Gyamfi wrote:
"I took mine at dawn around 2:40 am, and it was a very smooth experience."
However, many others expressed frustration at being unable to access the portal test during peak hours.
Dora Esinam emphasised resilience and patience, highlighting that perseverance is key during challenging times.
“It’s important to stay calm and trust the process. Those who are prepared will eventually succeed,” she noted.
Her message resonated with applicants, many of whom had spent hours preparing for the exam but were stalled by temporary technical glitches.
This comes as the Internal Security Service has officially opened the portal for Category C applicants to write their exams.
The testing segment began on February 18, 2026, and all applicants are expected to complete their aptitude tests by the close of February 22, 2026.
Authorities have assured applicants that all technical issues are being addressed to ensure a smooth examination process.
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Degree and HND applicants complain about test
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported on concerns that mounted among Category B applicants (degree and HND holders) of the Internal Security Service following reactions to their recent aptitude test experience.
Conversations circulating online paint a vivid picture of anxiety, pressure, and emotional strain, as several candidates recounted how the assessment unfolded.
In a TikTok video, a popular Ghanaian National Fire Service officer, @ekow_kakra, relayed comments submitted by individuals who had already sat for the examination.
While he maintained a lighthearted tone, the testimonies he shared reflected intense feelings surrounding the process.
This applicant bluntly described the encounter, saying the questions were overwhelming.
“It almost took my life, Nyame nkoa,” the candidate wrote, capturing the level of stress experienced during the test.
Rather than amplify the panic, the officer urged calmness, responding with reassurance.
“Category B questions, I know many are complaining. But don’t stress yourself. Don’t let the aptitude test kill you,” he advised, encouraging candidates to maintain composure regardless of perceived difficulty.
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GNFS shares update on aptitude test
YEN.com.gh earlier reported that reactions trailed a statement issued by the Ghana National Fire Service over the second phase of the nationwide enlistment and recruitment exercise.
The service, in a post on its X page, shared guidelines that persons expected to take the aptitude test are required to know and adhere to.
Delving into details, the statement advised applicants to ensure they take the test on a computer with a functioning webcam and microphone.
Source: YEN.com.gh
