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In a surprising turn of events, Nyambaria High School’s Principal, Charles Onyari, has been suspended by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) as the centre manager for the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations. This comes just a year after Nyambaria Boys High School in Nyamira County soared to the top of the 2022 KCSE examination charts with an impressive mean score of 10.89.
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Suspension Amidst Exam Irregularity Concerns
The suspension of Principal Charles Onyari is reportedly linked to concerns of exam irregularities during the 2023 KCSE exams. While details remain scanty, a teacher from the school confirmed the suspension, speaking anonymously to one of the online news sites. The teacher refrained from providing further information on the incident but assured that the situation did not affect the integrity of the exams.
Exam Materials Investigation
It has been reported that Principal Onyari was taken to Nyamira Police Station to record a statement regarding exam materials discovered in the vicinity. As of now, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has neither confirmed nor denied these allegations. A source from Nyamira revealed that the DCI had not released an official statement on the charges against the Principal, further adding to the mystery surrounding the case.
Broader Implications in Nyamira County
The suspension of Principal Onyari might not be an isolated case. Reports suggest that two other principals in Nyamira County are also facing suspension over suspected exam irregularities. These actions are part of a broader effort to ensure the credibility and integrity of the KCSE exams in the region.
Government’s Commitment to Exam Integrity
Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu, speaking on Tuesday, affirmed the government’s commitment to conducting the KCSE exams with the highest levels of integrity. In the 2022 KCSE exams, all candidates from Nyambaria High School scored B grades and above, with an impressive 383 candidates achieving A-. Principal Onyari attributed this remarkable performance to the cooperation of all stakeholders and strong support from the local community.
Awaiting Official Statements
The Teachers Service Commission and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations are yet to release comprehensive statements regarding the suspension of Principal Onyari. The education community, as well as the general public, eagerly awaits more information to shed light on the situation.
This development raises questions about the mechanisms in place to ensure the integrity of national exams and the consequences for educators involved in irregularities. As more details emerge, it will be interesting to see how this incident unfolds and its impact on the education landscape in Kenya. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available.