Constitution Week Celebration: NCCE Akyemansa Educates Church Congregants on Responsible Digital Citizenship

As part of activities marking the 2026 Constitution Week Celebration, the Akyemansa District Office of the National Commission for Civic Education visited two Christian churches in Akim Ofoase to educate congregants on responsible digital citizenship and the need to uphold constitutional values in the digital space.

The churches visited were the Roman Catholic Church and the Assemblies of God Church, both in the Akim Ofoase Township. The engagement was held under the theme, “Upholding Our Constitution in a Digital Age: Our Collective Responsibility.” It sought to remind citizens that the values and responsibilities contained in the 1992 Constitution must guide their conduct both online and offline.

Addressing the congregants, Mr. Andam-Yankson Theophilus of the NCCE spoke on the positive uses of the internet and information and communication technology. He explained that digital platforms have become useful tools for communication, education, business promotion, access to information, religious engagement, and participation in national conversations.

Mr. Andam-Yankson, however, cautioned that the digital space also presents complex challenges when not used responsibly. He mentioned misinformation, disinformation, online abuse, digital fraud, invasion of privacy, impersonation, and the circulation of harmful content as some of the issues that citizens must guard against.

He explained that some irresponsible online behaviours could violate the rights and dignity of others and may also amount to offences under relevant laws. According to him, when misinformation and disinformation persist, they can create public mistrust, distort national conversations, damage reputations, threaten social cohesion, and undermine the peace and security of the country.

The congregants were encouraged to verify information from credible sources before sharing it on social media or other digital platforms. Mr. Andam-Yankson advised them not to forward messages simply because they appear attractive, emotional, or urgent, but to first consider whether the information is true, harmless, and necessary.

He also cautioned the public to be alert to the activities of online scammers, especially persons who use fake identities, suspicious links, false promises, or fraudulent messages to deceive unsuspecting citizens. Congregants were advised to protect their personal information, avoid sharing sensitive details with strangers online, and report suspicious digital activities to the appropriate authorities.

The NCCE further urged participants to use digital platforms to promote truth, respect, tolerance, peace, and national unity. Congregants were reminded that responsible online conduct is part of good citizenship and that every citizen has a role to play in safeguarding Ghana’s constitutional democracy in the digital age.

The engagement formed part of the Commission’s continuous efforts to deepen constitutional awareness, promote responsible citizenship, and encourage the public to use digital tools in ways that support democracy, development, and peaceful coexistence.