The University of Liberia is once again in the spotlight—and not for the reasons many had hoped.
A staggering number of students have failed the 2025 entrance and placement exams, raising urgent questions about the state of education in the country.
Out of over twelve thousand candidates who sat for the exams in July, only 2,807 managed to pass. That’s just 28 percent. The remaining 74 per cent—more than 9,000 students—did not meet the university’s minimum requirements.

Education advocates argue that the widespread failure reflects deeper systemic issues, including under-resourced schools, limited access to qualified teachers, and socioeconomic barriers that continue to hinder learning outcomes.

Our guest is Mr. Darric Dennis, President of the National Association of School Principals.