Vice President, Mahamudu Bawumia has offered words of encouragement to students, particularly the 2023 WASSCE candidates, urging them not to let anyone denigrate their achievements.

Responding to former President John Mahama's campaign message accusing the government and teachers of allowing students to cheat during exams, Dr. Bawumia emphasized the intelligence and hard work of the students, stating, "Not everyone can appreciate what it takes to be an intelligent student."

In a Thursday morning Facebook post, Dr. Bawumia acknowledged the students' excellent performances, attributing their success to hard work.

"You have earned the excellent performances by dint of hard work. God bless you," Dr Bawumia posted.

"Congratulations to all WASSCE students, their teachers as well as their parents for the excellent performance attained by the students in this year’s [2023] WASSCE."

"This is no doubt the result of hard work and dedication by all of you. You have made Ghana proud and I wish you the very best as you move on to greater challenges," Dr Bawumia wrote.

He congratulated all WASSCE students, teachers, and parents for the outstanding results and expressed pride in their dedication.

Dr. Bawumia wished the students the very best as they face greater challenges in the future.

Former President Mahama, in response to the 2023 WASSCE results, raised concerns about the lack of textbooks in the education system and criticized the government's handling of the curriculum.

Despite the data showing the best results in the last five years, Mahama expressed doubt and claimed that invigilators allowed students to cheat in many places during exams.

He warned of potential consequences when students use their certificates abroad, stating that it could affect the nation.

Mahama pledged that if he wins the 2024 election, his government would work with teachers to re-order the system for proper administration.