Fake Exams Scandal Shocks Kimumu: Unregistered School Holds Unauthorized KPSEA Exams
Background: Discovery of Fake Exams
Confusion broke out in Kimumu, Uasin Gishu County, after it was discovered that 23 students were unknowingly sitting for fake Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) exams at a school not registered with the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC).
Police Involvement After Tip-Off
The incident came to light early on Wednesday when police received a tip-off from a concerned parent. The parent noticed that their child’s school was conducting unusual exams, which were different from those in other schools. The parent also pointed out that the exams in this school always started late.
- Quote from Police: Deputy County Commissioner Duncan Okwatch explained, “The parent disclosed their concerns about the exams, and today we verified that the school was indeed holding fake exams.”
Students Find Out About Fake Exams
Upon arrival, police confirmed that the exams were fake and that the students, who believed they were registered, had not actually been signed up for official national exams.
- Student Impact: The students, under the impression they were preparing for official KPSEA exams, were shocked to learn they had been misled.
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Allegations Against the Headteacher and School Owner
According to authorities, the headteacher and owner of the unregistered school are accused of running a scheme to deceive students and parents by issuing fake exams designed to look like KNEC tests.
- Police Statement: “The headteacher and school owner were administering these exams as though they were official KNEC exams,” stated the Deputy County Commissioner.
Police Find Exam Materials Produced by School
Further investigation revealed that the school was creating its own exams, printing and photocopying them before distributing them to students.
- Details on Fake Exams: “The students were given exams produced entirely by the school,” according to a police statement.
Arrests and Investigation
The headteacher and school owner have been arrested and are now the primary suspects in this case. Police have stated they will conduct a full investigation to understand the motive and background of this scam.
- Quote from Deputy County Commissioner: “We have arrested the two suspects and will carry out investigations to find the root cause.”
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Next Steps for Affected Students
The Education Ministry and KNEC have been informed of the situation and are expected to review the cases of the 23 affected students to determine a fair solution for their disrupted education.
- Government Response: “We have asked the Ministry of Education and KNEC to decide on a way forward for these students,” said Okwatch.
Ongoing KPSEA Exam Dates
The KPSEA exams, which started on October 28, 2024, are scheduled to conclude today, October 30, 2024.