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Angel Carbonu, the President of the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), has called for a thorough investigation into the reported use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) generated answers by certain candidates during the 2023 West African Senior School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE).
Following the announcement by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) withholding the results of some subjects for candidates from 235 schools suspected of providing AI-generated answers, Carbonu expressed concerns about potential unjust repercussions faced by innocent students.
In an interview with Umaru Sanda on Face to Face aired on Citi TV, Carbonu raised questions regarding how students accessed AI information, given the strict rules prohibiting mobile phones and foreign materials in exam halls. He emphasized the need for clarity on whether students had prior access to exam questions to utilize AI-generated solutions.
Moreover, Carbonu highlighted the risk of collective punishment for the actions of a few, urging a careful examination of the situation to prevent innocent students from suffering. He also pressed for investigations into possible involvement of teachers aiding candidates during the examination.
“The sheer number of withheld results is worrying to me,” Carbonu stated, emphasizing the necessity of more information to ascertain the validity of the accusations and ensure fair treatment for all students involved.
NAGRAT’s call for a comprehensive probe aims to safeguard the integrity of the examination process and protect the rights of students who might be unfairly penalized due to the actions of a minority.
