The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has chosen Prof. Thomas Brima Rick Yormah as its 21st Chairman of Council.
The announcement of the appointment came during the 72nd Annual Council Meeting held in Sierra Leone, as it marks a significant transition, with Prof. Yormah succeeding Prof. Ato Essuman from Ghana.
Demianus Ojijeogu, Head of Public Affairs at WAEC Headquarters in Accra, Ghana, confirmed the election through a signed statement, highlighting the importance of this decision for the educational landscape of West Africa.
Representatives from member countries, including His Excellency, Retired Brigadier (Dr.) Julius Maada Bio, represented by Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, emphasized the pivotal role WAEC has played in shaping educational development across the region over its 72-year history.
They however commended the council for its contribution to educational reforms and maintaining high standards.
Hon. Conrad Sackey, Sierra Leone’s Minister of Basic and Senior Secondary Education, praised WAEC’s continuous relevance and urged stakeholders to unite against examination malpractice.
The meeting also saw recognition of academic excellence, with three Ghanaian candidates receiving the WAEC International Excellence Award for outstanding performance in the WASSCE for School Candidates, 2023.
Additionally, Master Amo-Kodieh Leonard Kofi was honored with the Augustus Bandele Oyediran Award for the Best Candidate in West Africa, 2023.
Sierra Leonean candidates Miss. Mammah E. A. Raymonda, Master Bangura Joshua, and Master Fillie Sahr Edward were recognized with the National Distinction and Merit Awards.
Prof. Jonas A. S. Redwood-Sawyerr received the Distinguished Friend of Council award for his remarkable contributions to WAEC’s objectives.
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Prof. Yatta Kanu was elected Vice Chairman of the Council for a one-year term, succeeding Dr. Ebrima Sisawo of The Gambia.
The WAEC Council, comprising representatives from member countries, convenes annually to deliberate on matters pertinent to the organization’s mission. Liberia has been selected to host the 73rd edition of the meeting in March 2025, following the successful hosting of the 72nd meeting by Sierra Leone.
