NCCE Ga West Commemorates Citizenship Week Celebration at Epiphany Anglican School, Opah

As part of activities marking the 2026 Citizenship Week Celebration, the Ga West Municipal Directorate of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) engaged pupils of Epiphany Anglican School, Opah, on Wednesday, 17th June 2026, in an educational session aimed at promoting responsible digital citizenship among young people.

The engagement formed part of the Commission’s nationwide public education campaign under the theme “Upholding Our Constitution in the Digital Age: Our Collective Responsibility,” with a focus on empowering pupils to navigate the digital space responsibly while upholding constitutional values.

Addressing the pupils, NCCE officers educated them on the concepts of misinformation, disinformation, and cyberbullying, which continue to pose significant challenges in today's digital environment. The pupils were taken through the differences between misinformation—false information shared without the intent to deceive—and disinformation, which is deliberately created and circulated to mislead people.

The facilitators explained that the rapid growth of social media and digital communication platforms has made it easier for false information to spread quickly, sometimes causing confusion, panic, reputational damage, and even threats to national peace and security. Pupils were therefore encouraged to verify information from credible sources before sharing it and to think critically about the content they consume online.

The discussion also focused on cyberbullying and its harmful effects on victims. The pupils were educated on various forms of cyberbullying, including online harassment, insults, threats, ridicule, and the sharing of embarrassing content. They were reminded that actions carried out online can have serious emotional, psychological, and social consequences for others.

Furthermore, the officers encouraged learners to use social media and other digital platforms positively by promoting respectful communication, kindness, and tolerance. They were advised to protect their personal information, avoid engaging in harmful online behaviour, and report incidents of cyberbullying or online abuse to parents, teachers, or the appropriate authorities.

The interactive session provided pupils with the opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and contribute to discussions on responsible online conduct. Their active participation demonstrated a growing awareness of the need to become responsible digital citizens and advocates for truth and integrity in the online space.

The programme successfully reinforced the importance of responsible technology use and the role young people can play in creating a safer, more respectful, and more informed digital society. The NCCE reaffirmed its commitment to educating young people on civic values and empowering them to contribute positively to Ghana’s democratic development both online and offline.