UNEB warns Pader PLE officials against examination security breaches

28 October 2026, 1:33 pm

By Geoffrey Okwong

The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has cautioned Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) field staff in Pader District against examination security breaches, urging them to strictly follow official guidelines during the 2026 examinations.

Sarah Adong, the UNEB District Scout for Pader, issued the warning during a training session for examination field staff held at Lacekocot Primary School in Atanga Town Council.

Adong said this year’s UNEB theme, “Advancing excellence in assessment and certification through secure, credible, inclusive and innovative processes,” emphasises the need to protect examination materials throughout the examination process.

She urged field staff to ensure that examination papers are properly sealed, transported, received and distributed at designated centres, warning that mistakes in handling the materials could compromise their security.

Adong also expressed concern about the handling of examination materials for candidates with special educational needs, saying some envelopes containing their materials had reportedly been left behind or mixed with other examination materials.

She urged officials to pay particular attention to these candidates to prevent errors that could affect their results.

She further urged field staff to read the UNEB examination manual carefully and seek guidance from the board whenever they encounter situations they cannot resolve.

The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has cautioned Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) field staff in Pader District against examination security breaches, urging them to strictly follow official guidelines during the 2026 examinations.

Sarah Adong, the UNEB District Scout for Pader, issued the warning during a training session for examination field staff held at Lacekocot Primary School in Atanga Town Council.

Adong said this year’s UNEB theme, “Advancing excellence in assessment and certification through secure, credible, inclusive and innovative processes,” emphasises the need to protect examination materials throughout the examination process.

She urged field staff to ensure that examination papers are properly sealed, transported, received and distributed at designated centres, warning that mistakes in handling the materials could compromise their security.

Adong also expressed concern about the handling of examination materials for candidates with special educational needs, saying some envelopes containing their materials had reportedly been left behind or mixed with other examination materials.

She urged officials to pay particular attention to these candidates to prevent errors that could affect their results.

She further urged field staff to read the UNEB examination manual carefully and seek guidance from the board whenever they encounter situations they cannot resolve.

Michael Olugo Ogwang, the Officer in Charge of Atanga Police Station in Atanga Town Council, assured examination officials that police had put security arrangements in place to support the smooth conduct of the examinations.

Ogwang said officers had been deployed to work alongside examination officials and urged them not to be intimidated by people who might threaten them while carrying out their duties.

He also cautioned officials against arriving late at examination materials collection centres, saying delays could put them under pressure and lead to careless handling of examination materials or road accidents as they rushed to their destinations.

Ogwang called on examination officials to cooperate with security personnel and follow established procedures throughout the examination period.

Okumu David Domkus, the Head Teacher of Lacekocot Primary School, said the training had equipped field staff with information to help them guide candidates and carry out their responsibilities in accordance with examination regulations.

He said the briefing would help officials understand the procedures required to conduct the examinations successfully.

The officials urged all stakeholders to remain vigilant and prioritise examination security to protect the credibility of the 2026 PLE.