- University of Calabar exam cancelled after answers were printed with questions.
- Students allegedly noticed early but remained silent.
- One female student reported the error before the exam ended.
- Incident sparks debate over academic integrity.
An examination in the Department of Accounting at the University of Calabar was abruptly cancelled after question papers were mistakenly printed with their corresponding answers, triggering confusion inside the hall and heated debate across campus.
An examination in the Department of Accounting at the University of Calabar was thrown into chaos after students discovered that the question paper distributed to them contained both the questions and the answers.
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According to accounts shared among students, the mistake became obvious shortly after the exam began. Candidates reportedly noticed that solutions were printed directly beneath the questions. Despite realizing the error early, many allegedly chose to continue writing without alerting invigilators.
The situation took a dramatic turn moments before the exam ended when a female student stood up and informed supervisors about the oversight. Witnesses said she explained that she felt uncomfortable remaining silent and decided to speak up.
Her action immediately caused confusion in the examination hall. Invigilators reportedly verified the claim and confirmed that the answers had indeed been printed alongside the questions. The examiner was notified, and the exam was subsequently cancelled.
Students were instructed to stop writing and submit their scripts. Departmental officials later announced that a new date would be fixed for a fresh examination.
Mixed Reactions Trail Incident
The University of Calabar exam cancelled incident has since sparked widespread debate among students, particularly around personal conscience and shared responsibility.
Some questioned how such an error could occur in the first place, asking whether answer sheets are normally printed together with examination papers for marking purposes. Others argued that the exam would have eventually been voided during grading once the mistake was discovered.
However, reactions toward the female student who reported the issue were divided. While some praised her honesty, others suggested she might face backlash from classmates who felt disadvantaged by her decision.
As of the time of filing this report, the university management has not released an official statement indicating whether disciplinary action will be taken against the examiner or if a formal investigation will be launched.