Permanent Secretary Leads Statewide Monitoring to Ensure Compliance and Smooth Exercise
The Edo State Ministry of Education has successfully conducted and monitored the 2026 Middle Basic Assessment (MBA) Certificate Examination across schools in the state, reaffirming its commitment to maintaining high standards in the basic education system.
The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mr. Enodolomwanyi Otamere, led a monitoring team to examination centres across Ikpoba-Okha, Ovia North East, Egor and Oredo Local Government Areas to assess the conduct of the examination and ensure strict compliance with the Ministry’s examination guidelines.
Speaking after the inspection, Mr. Otamere expressed satisfaction with the orderly and peaceful conduct of the exercise, commending invigilators, supervisors and other stakeholders for their professionalism and dedication to ensuring a hitch-free examination.
He noted that the assessment had been conducted in line with the Ministry’s established standards and appreciated all those involved for their cooperation and commitment to quality education.
At Army Children School, Isihor, in Ovia North East Local Government Area, candidates were observed writing the examination in a calm and conducive environment, while invigilators and supervisors effectively carried out their duties to guarantee the integrity of the process.
The Permanent Secretary was accompanied on the monitoring exercise by the Director of Examinations, Mrs. Ero Ugiagbe, and the Deputy Director of School Support Services, Mrs. Mercy Emmasuen-Isibor.
The successful conduct of the 2026 Middle Basic Assessment Examination underscores the Edo State Government’s continued commitment to strengthening the quality and credibility of basic education across the state.
