Girl gives birth during examination

 Headline: BECE Candidate Gives Birth During Exams in Northern Ghana

Girl gives birth during examination 

In a remarkable turn of events during this year's Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), a teenage candidate gave birth midway through her exams in the Northern Region of Ghana.

According to eyewitnesses, the young girl, who was heavily pregnant, began experiencing labor pains while writing her English Language paper at a local examination center. Teachers and invigilators quickly rushed to her aid, and with the help of local health officials and a police escort, she was safely transported to a nearby health facility.

Fortunately, she delivered a healthy baby girl under the care of medical professionals. Both mother and baby are reportedly doing well. In a surprising show of determination, the candidate expressed her desire to return and complete the rest of her exams after recovering.

The incident has sparked mixed reactions across the country, with many praising the girl’s courage and resilience, while others are calling for renewed efforts to address teenage pregnancy and improve reproductive education in schools.

Officials from the Ghana Education Service (GES) and local authorities have promised to support the student and ensure that she receives the needed care and opportunity to continue her education post-delivery.

The story serves as a powerful reminder of the challenges many girls face in pursuit of education and the need for policies that protect and empower them through such life-altering circumstances.