NCCE Ledzokuku and YEA Engage Beauticians on Skills Training and Internet Fraud Awareness

The Ledzokuku Municipal Office of the National Commission for Civic Education, in collaboration with the Youth Employment Agency, has organised a civic education and sensitisation programme for beauticians at Joteku First Junction, Teshie.

The programme was held on Wednesday, 3rd June 2026, and brought together beauticians and apprentices operating within the Teshie community. It sought to empower young artisans with information on skills training opportunities, responsible digital citizenship, and the dangers associated with internet fraud.

Addressing participants, the Ledzokuku Municipal Director of the Youth Employment Agency, Mr. George Edem Tamakloe, educated them on Technical and Vocational Education and Training opportunities available through the YEA. He explained that such skills training and apprenticeship pathways are intended to help young people, especially those in the informal sector, improve their technical competence, formalise their trade skills, and enhance their livelihood prospects.

Mr. Tamakloe encouraged the beauticians to take advantage of available training opportunities to improve the quality of their work, strengthen their business prospects, and position themselves for better economic outcomes. He also took participants through relevant information on eligibility, enrolment processes, and the benefits of acquiring recognised vocational skills.

The Ledzokuku Municipal Director of the NCCE, Mr. Nicholas Tetteh Atiogbe, also educated participants on internet fraud and responsible use of digital platforms. He cautioned that although technology provides opportunities for business promotion, communication, learning, and access to information, it can also be misused for fraudulent activities and other harmful online practices.

Mr. Atiogbe explained that internet fraud and cybercrime can have serious legal, social, and moral consequences for individuals, families, and communities. He referenced Ghana’s Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1038), and urged participants to avoid engaging in online scams, impersonation, identity theft, phishing, and other cyber-related offences.

He advised participants to use technology positively to promote their businesses, communicate with customers, and access useful information. They were also encouraged to protect their personal information, avoid suspicious online links, and report suspicious digital activities to the appropriate authorities.

The programme was well received by participants, who expressed appreciation to the NCCE and YEA for the education. They noted that the engagement had improved their understanding of available training opportunities and the need to use digital platforms responsibly.

The NCCE Ledzokuku Municipal Office reaffirmed its commitment to deepening civic awareness across communities in the municipality and promoting responsible citizenship among young people and informal sector workers.