The 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) officially commenced this morning, Wednesday, July 1, across all public and private secondary schools in Rivers State. Thousands of students are heading into exam halls today to mark this critical milestone in their academic journey.
The State Ministry of Education has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring a smooth and credible examination process, emphasizing that all necessary arrangements have been finalized to uphold the integrity of the exams.
Important Directives for School Authorities
The Ministry of Education has issued a stern advisory to school administrators to ensure that all students are fully prepared and that the examination guidelines are strictly followed. Authorities are reminded of the following:
Punctuality: Students are expected to be at their respective centers well ahead of the scheduled start times.
Compliance: Strict adherence to the exam rules is mandatory to avoid penalties that could compromise the results of the candidates.
Supervision: Principals and heads of schools are responsible for ensuring that their students are adequately documented and monitored throughout the duration of the papers.
Focus on Obio/Akpor Zones
In a move to streamline logistics and ensure efficient material distribution, the Ministry has designated specific collection and return centers for all schools operating within the Obio/Akpor local government area.
School heads within this zone are advised to coordinate directly with their designated centers for the daily collection of examination materials and the prompt return of scripts at the end of each session. This centralized system is designed to minimize delays and enhance the security of the examination papers.
As the exams get underway, parents and guardians are urged to support their wards by providing a conducive environment for rest and last-minute revision throughout the examination period.
We wish all our students across the state the very best as they sit for their papers. Stay tuned to PORTHARCOURTBLOG for daily updates and highlights as the 2026 BECE progresses.
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