The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) is withholding the results of the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) due to an unpaid debt of GH¢118 million owed by the Ghanaian government. This news has aroused significant worry among students, parents, and education stakeholders, who are eagerly waiting for the results.

According to Yen, According to a WAEC statement, the debt has grown in recent years, causing severe disruptions to the council's operations, including the processing and publishing of examination results. WAEC stated that after several pleas to the government for payment, the situation remains unsolved.

"The Council is unable to release WASSCE results for Ghanaian candidates due to the government's non-payment of GH¢118 million." This debt has an impact on important parts of our business, such as worker salaries and logistics," the statement added.

Many students and parents have expressed frustration at the delay, as WASSCE results are essential for university admissions and other academic endeavors. Students who hoped to meet postsecondary institution application deadlines have been particularly affected.

In response to the development, several education advocates have urged the government to prioritize debt repayment to avoid more disruptions to the academic calendar. "This is a significant issue that affects the futures of thousands of youngsters. "The government must act quickly to settle this debt and allow WAEC to release the results," stated Kofi Asare, an education policy analyst.

The Ministry of Education has acknowledged the situation and assured the public that discussions are underway to fix the matter. A representative for the Ministry stated that attempts are being made to disburse funding to WAEC as quickly as possible.

This is not the first time WAEC has faced funding challenges from the government, raising concerns about Ghana's long-term reliance on the council for national exams. Stakeholders are calling for a long-term solution to prevent a repetition and ensure a smoother inspection process in the future.