NCCE Marks Citizenship Week with Digital Citizenship Education for Adabraka Pupils

The Greater Accra Regional Office of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has engaged pupils of Calvary Methodist 1 Basic School in Adabraka, Accra, on responsible digital citizenship as part of activities marking the 2026 Citizenship Week Celebration.

The program, held on June 17, 2026, formed part of Citizenship Week, a flagship initiative introduced by the NCCE in 2012 to promote civic responsibility and active citizenship among young Ghanaians. The annual celebration aims to connect pupils with accomplished professionals who serve as role models, inspiring them to become responsible citizens and future leaders committed to national development.

Observed under the theme, **“Growing Up Digital: The Ghanaian Child Upholding the Constitution Online,” ** this year’s celebration focused on equipping children with the knowledge, values, and practical skills needed to navigate the digital space responsibly while upholding constitutional principles.

The engagement, which took place from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., commenced with an overview of the mandate of the NCCE and the significance of Citizenship Week. The session was facilitated by Mr. Sharp Owusu, Civic Education Officer at the Greater Accra Regional Office of the NCCE, who introduced the guest speaker and other dignitaries present.

Addressing the pupils, the Greater Accra Regional Director of the National Identification Authority (NIA), Mr. Justin Samwine, highlighted the realities of growing up in an increasingly digital society and stressed that constitutional rights and responsibilities extend to online spaces.

He educated the pupils on the concept of “Growing Up Digital,” outlining both the opportunities and risks associated with technology use. He discussed challenges such as cyberbullying, online exploitation, and the spread of misinformation, while emphasizing the importance of verifying information before sharing it online.

Mr. Samwine further advised the pupils to safeguard their personal information, think critically before posting content on digital platforms, and use technology responsibly. Drawing from his professional experience at the NIA, he shared practical examples of how technology can be leveraged for learning, innovation, communication, and personal development.

He encouraged the pupils to become responsible digital citizens who use technology positively for their own benefit and the advancement of society.

The interactive session provided an opportunity for pupils and teachers to ask questions, share experiences, and discuss strategies for staying safe online and promoting responsible digital behavior.

In his closing remarks, the Greater Accra Regional Director of the NCCE, Mr. Mawuli Agbenu, commended the pupils for their active participation and urged them to put the lessons learned into practice in their daily online interactions.

He reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to empowering Ghanaian children with the civic knowledge, digital skills, and constitutional values necessary to become responsible digital citizens and active contributors to national development in an increasingly interconnected world.