NCCE Ada West Urges Citizens to Promote Constitutional Awareness in the Digital Space

The Ada West District Director of the National Commission for Civic Education, Mr. Samuel Etsey, has called on Ghanaians to deepen their appreciation of the 1992 Constitution and demonstrate responsible citizenship, especially in the digital space.

Speaking on the afternoon radio programme, Time with the Assembly, on Sege-based Okorli FM, Mr. Etsey engaged listeners on the significance of Constitution Week and Citizenship Week, two major civic education activities undertaken annually by the Commission to promote constitutional awareness and responsible citizenship.

He explained that Citizenship Week is designed to inculcate constitutional values in young people through what he described as a “catch them young” approach. According to him, the programme focuses on school children and learners, helping them understand the provisions, values, and importance of the 1992 Constitution so they can grow into patriotic and responsible citizens.

“Citizenship Week has the policy ideology of catching them young and imparting constitutional knowledge so that when they grow, they will become patriotic citizens,” he stated.

Mr. Etsey noted that while Citizenship Week primarily targets schools and learners, Constitution Week reaches identifiable groups within communities, including churches, mosques, associations, and other organised bodies. He said this approach helps broaden public understanding of the Constitution as the supreme law of Ghana and strengthens civic participation at the community level.

Touching on this year’s theme, “Upholding Our Constitution in a Digital Age: Our Collective Responsibility,” the District Director said the celebration seeks to remind citizens that constitutional values must guide their conduct both online and offline. He urged the public to avoid using digital platforms to spread misinformation, insults, hate speech, or content that undermines national unity and social cohesion.

Mr. Etsey also encouraged citizens to become active promoters of constitutional education by sharing NCCE educational content on social media platforms. He advised listeners to share NCCE posts and videos with their families, children, church members, friends, and community groups, noting that digital platforms can be used positively to promote civic awareness and national development.

He stressed that constitutional literacy should not be left to state institutions alone. According to him, every citizen has a role to play in helping others understand their rights, duties, and responsibilities under the Constitution.

The Ada West District Director concluded by urging citizens to treat the Constitution as a living guide for national life and not merely a document for public institutions. He said Ghana’s democracy would be strengthened when citizens understand the Constitution, respect the rights of others, use digital platforms responsibly, and actively participate in building a peaceful, informed, and united society.