The Municipal Chief (MCE) Executive of the Ga Central, Emmanuel Adottey Allotey, has announced a ₵10,000 reward for any public school student within his jurisdiction who scores an aggregate six in this year’s Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).
The promise was made during his speech at the 69th Independence Day celebration held on Friday, March 6, 2026, at the Ga Central AstroTurf in Antieku.
“I have personally promised to reward candidate from any public school within Ga Central Municipal Assembly who scores aggregate six in this year’s BECE with an amount of ten thousand Ghana Cedis,” he said.
In his address, Mr. Allotey expressed hope that this year’s BECE performance will surpass last year’s results.
“As we are aware, the BECE candidates are preparing for their examinations, which is to start in May.
“It is my hope that this year’s performance will surpass last year’s,” he stated.
He encouraged students to take their studies seriously, noting that “education is key to a better future.”
The Municipal Assembly also rewarded outstanding BECE candidates in the 2024 and 2025 examinations in both public and private schools, with cash prizes of ₵2,000 each and certificates of honour for their excellent performance.
Last year 2025’s overall best student in the West African Certificate Examination (WASSCE) in the Municipality was also rewarded with a cash prize of ¢4000 and a certificate of honour.
The pledge is expected to inspire students to strive for excellence, contributing to a brighter future for Ghana and reinforcing the municipality’s commitment to educational development.
