After Allowing All Students Who Did Not Meet The WASSCE Exams Requirement Graduate, Amid Education Ministry’s Anger
By Abraham Kollie, kollieabraham23@gmail.com
KAKATA, Liberia – In what is seen as a collective effort to strengthen Liberia development and avoiding corruption, Margibi County Education Officer Robert M. Zazay has confirmed the suspension of Lango Lippaye High School’s Acting Principal, Philip Mulbah, and Vice Principal for Instruction, Mohammed Conteh, with immediate effect.
Lango Lippaye High School has been under scrutiny for its poor academic performance. Out of 512 students who sat the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE)
The suspension follows findings that the administrators violated the Ministry of Education’s administrative policy.
Allegations of Policy Violations
According to Mr. Zazay, the suspended administrators were found to have signed a clearance letter granting final approval to all students, including those who did not meet the minimum passing requirement of at least five subjects, including English and Mathematics.
This move has been condemned by the Ministry of Education as a direct attempt to bypass national standards.
Graduation Fee Controversy
A leaked notice reveals that the school’s graduating class leadership, reportedly influenced by the administration, charged each student US$85 for graduation souvenirs, in addition to the L$5,000 graduation fee set by the Ministry of Education.
This has raised concerns about the school’s financial management and adherence to Ministry guidelines.
Poor Academic Performance
Lango Lippaye High School has been under scrutiny for its poor academic performance. Out of 512 students who sat the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), 392 failed, leaving only 120 students who passed at least five subjects.
The results were dismal, with all 512 students failing Biology, 509 failing Economics, 507 failing Chemistry, 498 failing Geography, and 45 students failing all nine subjects.
Investigation Underway
Despite the poor results, a September 10, 2025, communication from the school instructed students who failed to process graduation payments. The letter further noted that the administration would not be responsible for printing diplomas for individuals after the ceremony, effectively granting graduation clearance to both passing and failing students.
The suspended administrators will remain on suspension pending the outcome of a full investigation. The Ministry of Education has assured the public that it will take all necessary steps to ensure that the investigation is thorough and transparent.
Reaction from the Ministry
The Ministry of Education has condemned the actions of the suspended administrators, stating that their behavior was inconsistent with the Ministry’s administrative policy.
And the Ministry has reiterated its commitment to upholding national standards and ensuring that all students meet the required academic standards for graduation.
The suspension of the administrators has sent a strong message that the Ministry of Education will not tolerate any attempts to compromise academic standards. The investigation is ongoing, and the public will be kept informed of any developments.