The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has organized an engagement programme for students of Bongo Senior High School in the Bongo District of the Upper East Region to educate them on the rule of law, the fight against corruption, and accountability.
The programme, held under the Participation, Accountability and Integrity for a Resilient Democracy (PAIReD) initiative, was implemented by the NCCE to empower citizens to actively participate in governance processes and demand accountability from duty bearers. The PAIReD programme is sponsored by GIZ and the European Union.
Officials from the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) and other facilitators took the students through sessions on rule of law, anti-corruption measures, and the importance of accountability in governance. The engagement aimed to build the capacity of young people to understand their civic responsibilities and become active participants in democratic processes.
The programme is expected to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to become responsible citizens who can contribute to building a more transparent and accountable society. By educating young people on civic responsibility and anti-corruption measures, the NCCE aims to shape future leaders committed to integrity, discipline, honesty, and respect for one another.
Speaking at the event, the Bongo District Director of NCCE, Alice Ndego, stressed that the rule of law teaches that everyone is equal before the law and must obey the laws of the country. She noted that it promotes fairness, justice, peace, and respect for the rights of others, while corruption affects development, destroys trust, and prevents resources from reaching the people who truly need them.
“Accountability encourages honesty, transparency, and responsible leadership in our schools, communities, and nation,” she said, urging students to embrace these values as future leaders of the country.
The NCCE Director emphasized the importance of personal accountability as a foundation for demanding accountability from others. “I therefore urge you all to be accountable yourselves in order to be able to demand accountability from others. I again admonish all to be vigilant and report corrupt practices to the right authorities for investigation and prosecution,” she stated.
She expressed gratitude to GIZ and the European Union for their financial support and commitment towards promoting civic responsibility, good governance, and youth empowerment.
Madam Ndego called on all stakeholders to work together towards building a society that values justice, accountability, and freedom from corruption. “Together, let us work towards a society that values justice, accountability and freedom from corruption,” she stated.
