By Vincent Kariuki
Interior Principal Secretary Dr. Raymond Omollo has assured the public that the ongoing national assessment examinations are progressing smoothly across the country, with no major incidents reported since the tests began on Monday.
Speaking after presiding over the opening of an examination container at the Starehe Deputy County Commissioner’s office on Wednesday morning, Dr. Omollo reaffirmed the government’s commitment to safeguarding the integrity of the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) and the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA).
He noted that the examinations have been conducted seamlessly under a robust multi-agency framework involving the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Interior and National Administration, and the Ministry of ICT. “We have deployed a coordinated multi-agency effort to ensure the integrity, security, and smooth conduct of the ongoing national examinations, guaranteeing every learner an equal and fair opportunity to reach their best potential,” said Dr. Omollo.
The Principal Secretary commended officials across the country for maintaining high levels of vigilance and professionalism, ensuring that examination materials are transported, stored, and distributed securely. He reiterated that the government will continue to enforce strict measures to curb any form of malpractice.
Later, while monitoring the administration of exams at Parkroad Primary School in Nairobi, Dr. Omollo emphasized that the government is also leveraging technology to enhance oversight. He said the Ministry of ICT is closely monitoring social media platforms to prevent the spread of exam-related misinformation or the facilitation of cheating.
Parkroad Primary School Senior Headteacher, Mary Muhari, commended the government’s efforts in ensuring credible examinations but appealed for a quick resolution of electricity challenges faced by some schools. She noted that reliable power supply is essential for the smooth running of examinations, especially in centers relying on digital devices for assessment.
Dr. Omollo concluded by wishing all candidates success, assuring them of the government’s unwavering support as they sit their national examinations.
He expressed confidence that the collaborative efforts between state agencies would continue to uphold transparency and fairness in Kenya’s education system.