The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) recently organized an educational campaign during the annual celebration of Citizenship Week, reaching out to a total of 62,453 school pupils in the Western Region of Ghana. The initiative aimed to empower the students to become agents of change and instill a sense of responsibility as good citizens. With a focus on the theme “Thirty (30) Years of Consolidating Constitutional Democracy and Building National Cohesion: The Role of the Ghanaian Child,” the project sought to foster a deeper understanding of the duties and rights enshrined in Ghana’s 1992 Constitution.
Empowering Future Citizens
Led by Mr. Justice Ennin, the Western Regional Director for the NCCE, the project sought to reignite a sense of responsibility among the young pupils and help them internalize the fundamental principles of the Ghanaian Constitution. The students, comprising 28,264 male pupils and 33,189 female pupils, were encouraged to embody nationalism, patriotism, and respect for their country, Ghana. They were made aware of the significance of demonstrating love, respect, and promotion of Ghana’s image as proud citizens.
Building Harmony and Integrity
During the education sessions, the pupils were taught the importance of tolerance and the need to embrace diversity. They were urged to exhibit Ghanaian values such as hard work, humility, and honesty. The NCCE emphasized that by tolerating different viewpoints and living in harmony with one another, the pupils would contribute to the development of Ghana as a democratic state. Furthermore, the students were made aware of the rising threats of conflicts in certain parts of the country, highlighting the need for unity and peaceful coexistence.
Debate Competition on Galamsey Menace
As part of the Citizenship Week celebration, three Senior High Schools (S.H.S) in the Prestea Huni Valley Municipality – St Augustine’s S.H.S, Huni Valley S.H.S, and Prestea Senior High Technical School – organized a debate competition. The topic for the debate centered around “The Galamsey Menace, a Threat to the Standard of Education in the Municipality.” This initiative aimed to raise awareness about the detrimental effects of illegal mining (galamsey) on education and foster discussions on finding sustainable solutions to protect the environment and ensure quality education for all.
The National Commission for Civic Education’s initiative to educate school pupils on their roles as agents of change and responsible citizens is a commendable effort in building national cohesion in Ghana. By imparting knowledge on the duties and rights enshrined in the country’s Constitution, the NCCE is shaping a generation of informed and responsible citizens. The emphasis on tolerance, respect, and unity helps pave the way for a harmonious society that cherishes Ghanaian values. The debate competition on the galamsey menace further engages students in critical discussions about pressing issues, fostering an understanding of the link between environmental preservation and quality education. Such initiatives play a vital role in nurturing responsibl
