Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu Sends Goodwill Message to BECE Candidates

• Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has urged Ghanaian pupils sitting for the 2025 BECE to remain calm, focused, and determined
• He expressed confidence in their preparation and encouraged them to trust in their hard work while avoiding examination malpractices
• The BECE, which began on June 11, 2025, will end on June 17, with over 600,000 candidates expected to sit, including 306,078 girls
• Zikira Abdul Bashir, an educationist, also shared some words of advice to the BECE candidates in an interview with YEN.com.gh

The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has sent a goodwill message to Ghanaian pupils who are sitting for the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) this year.

Speaking to Joy News on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, ahead of the commencement of this year's BECE, the minister urged the pupils to remain calm, focused, and determined as they prepare to sit for their exams.

The minister expressed his confidence in the BECE candidates’ abilities, saying that they should have been well-prepared for the exams.

He further encouraged them to trust in their hard work and dedication and to approach the exams with a positive mindset, while cautioning them against engaging in examination malpractices.

Iddrisu, who is the Member of Parliament for Tamale South, said the BECE marked a significant milestone in the candidates’ academic journey so far, and they must perform to the best of their abilities.

He wished the candidates the best of luck in their exams and prayed that they would achieve their desired grades, assuring them of the ministry’s support and commitment to ensuring a smooth and successful examination experience.

"On behalf of the President, the Ministry of Education, and the Government of Ghana, I want to extend warm wishes and heartfelt encouragement to all the candidates. As they enter the exam hall, I urge them to remain calm, focused, and determined, and avoid any form of examination malpractices. Believe in their ability to succeed," he said.

"They have prepared for this day, and they will succeed through honest efforts. They should remember that this examination is just a test of memory, not a reflection of their growth, their character, and their potential for which they have been trained," he added.

The post with the Education Minister's message to the 2025 BECE candidates is below:

How many are sitting for 2025 BECE?

This year's BECE, which began on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, will end on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.

A post about the BECE statistics is also included here:

The minister's message is expected to serve as a major boost to the 2025 BECE candidates, who have been working hard in preparation for the exams.

His words of encouragement and support could also help reduce stress and anxiety and inspire the candidates to perform to the best of their abilities.

Speaking to YEN.com.gh in an interview, Zikira Abdul Bashir, the assistant head teacher of the An Nasr School Academy in Kumasi, advised the BECE candidates to stay calm and focus, adding that they may feel nervous, which is normal.

She also advised them to read the instructions thoroughly before attempting the questions.

"They should stay calm and focused. It's normal to feel nervous, but try to remain calm. Focus on the questions in front of you, not on what others are doing or what you might not know," she said.

"Read instructions carefully. Before you begin answering, read all instructions thoroughly. Understand the format, the number of questions to answer, and any specific requirements for each section. Attempt all questions you can, as instructed. For objective (multiple-choice) questions, try to answer everything, even if you have to make an educated guess. For theory questions, attempt all required questions, as partial marks can be awarded. Ensure your handwriting is neat and legible. If the examiner cannot read your answers, they cannot give you marks. Present your answers clearly and concisely," she added.

Haruna Iddrisu visits Babatokuma M/A Primary School

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Haruna Iddrisu visited Babatokuma M/A Primary School to assess BECE exam preparations.

The Ghanaian Minister of Education engaged with the students at the school and shared some light-hearted moments with them.

He reassured students, teachers, and parents that all logistical and security measures were in place for a smooth exam process.

Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.

Source: YEN.com.gh