The National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) has declared its intention to take legal action against the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) over the withholding of results, which has prevented many students from meeting university admission deadlines.
The student body argues that WAEC’s decision has unfairly disadvantaged numerous candidates, denying them the opportunity to further their education.
As part of efforts to challenge this situation, NUGS has also planned a mass protest to demand justice for affected students.
NUGS Accuses WAEC of Abusing Power
On Monday, February 17, NUGS formally notified the Greater Accra Regional Police Command of its intention to stage a peaceful demonstration.
The protest aims to highlight what the union describes as an “abuse of power and discretionary authority” by WAEC in withholding and canceling exam results without providing timely justification.
Speaking in an interview with Citi News, NUGS President Daniel Korley Botchway expressed disappointment over WAEC’s handling of the situation.
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He argued that the council’s actions have placed students in a difficult position, with many unable to secure university placements.
“We want Ghanaians to see that WAEC has abused its discretionary powers, and this injustice should never happen again. These students studied hard and sat for the exams in good faith, only to have their results withheld without adequate explanation. Beyond this protest, we will take the matter to court,” he said.
Legal Battle Looms
According to NUGS, the union will not stop at protests but will escalate the matter to court to ensure accountability.
The student body intends to seek a legal declaration that will prevent WAEC from repeating such actions in the future.
“Admissions have already closed, and students have lost out on opportunities. But we want to make sure that this injustice does not happen again. We will challenge WAEC in court to ensure they are held accountable,” Botchway added.
Students and Parents Express Frustration
Many affected students and their parents have expressed deep frustration over the situation, calling for urgent intervention. Some students claim they have been left in limbo, unsure whether they will ever get access to their results.
A parent, Madam Akosua Mensah, whose son’s results have been withheld, shared her concerns:
“My son wrote the WASSCE last year, hoping to gain admission to the university this year. We were shocked when WAEC withheld his results without explanation. Now, admissions have closed, and he has lost a whole year. This is unfair!”
WAEC Yet to Respond
WAEC has yet to issue an official response to the concerns raised by NUGS and affected students.
However, the examination body has, in previous instances, defended the withholding of results as a necessary step to investigate suspected cases of malpractice.
As NUGS prepares for its protest and legal action, all eyes will be on WAEC’s next move and whether the examination body will take steps to address the growing concerns of students, parents, and education stakeholders.
