NCCE Promotes Responsible Digital Citizenship Among Pupils in Ada West

The Ada West District Office of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has stepped up efforts to educate school children on responsible citizenship and safe digital behavior as part of activities commemorating the 2026 Citizenship Week Celebration.

The initiative, carried out in selected basic schools across the district, was organized under the national theme, “Upholding Our Constitution in a Digital Age: Our Collective Responsibility.” The program aimed to help pupils understand their civic duties, constitutional rights, and the importance of responsible conduct both online and offline.

During the outreach sessions, officers from the Commission engaged learners on the principles of good citizenship and encouraged them to contribute positively to national development. They explained that citizenship goes beyond enjoying freedoms and privileges, stressing that every Ghanaian child has a responsibility to promote peace, discipline, and respect for democratic values.

The pupils were introduced to key provisions of the 1992 Constitution and reminded that the Constitution remains the supreme law of the country. According to the officers, understanding constitutional values at an early age helps young people become responsible and law-abiding citizens.

The Commission also focused on the growing influence of technology and social media on children and adolescents. Learners received guidance on responsible digital practices, including the need to verify information before sharing it online and to communicate respectfully on digital platforms.

As part of the education campaign, the pupils were sensitized on the dangers associated with cyberbullying, misinformation, internet fraud, and online scams. They were advised to avoid sharing personal information with strangers online and to seek help from trusted adults whenever they encounter suspicious or abusive online activities.

The officers further encouraged pupils to use their freedom of expression responsibly, cautioning them against spreading false information, insults, or harmful content that could negatively affect others.

Speaking during the engagements, resource persons from the NCCE described Citizenship Week as an important platform for shaping the attitudes and values of young people in an increasingly digital society. They urged the pupils to uphold virtues such as honesty, tolerance, patriotism, respect, and discipline both in school and within their communities.

The Commission expressed hope that the educational campaign would help raise a generation of informed and responsible citizens who appreciate democratic governance and use digital platforms positively for national development.