NCCE Upper East Educates Great Victory International School Pupils on Responsible Digital Citizenship

In furtherance of efforts to intensify public awareness on the 2026 Annual Citizenship Week Celebration, officials of the Upper East Regional Office of the National Commission for Civic Education visited Great Victory International School on Monday, 25th May 2026, to educate pupils on responsible digital citizenship, online safety, and their role in upholding constitutional values.

The engagement formed part of the Commission’s activities to deepen civic awareness among school children and promote responsible behaviour in the digital space. It was led by the Deputy Regional Director of the NCCE, Mr. Akugri Augustine Awinvom, and the Head of Programmes, Madam Bridget Akpanaba. Also present were the Headmaster, Mr. Charles Ayamga, the proprietor, and teachers of the school.

Addressing the pupils, Madam Akpanaba explained that Citizenship Week, instituted by the NCCE, has over the years become an important platform for shaping civic awareness among children. She noted that the celebration has moved beyond classroom teaching to practical engagements that help young people understand citizenship, governance, national development, and their responsibilities as future leaders.

She stated that this year’s celebration is being observed under the sub-theme, “Growing Up Digital: The Ghanaian Child Upholding the Constitution Online.” According to her, the theme is relevant because children are increasingly using smartphones, social media, online learning tools, and gaming platforms.

Madam Akpanaba explained that while digital platforms provide opportunities for learning, creativity, communication, and exposure, they also come with risks such as misinformation, cyberbullying, online scams, inappropriate content, and privacy violations. She cautioned pupils against sharing personal pictures, private information, or sensitive details with strangers online. She also advised them to avoid sharing information whose source, author, or accuracy they cannot verify.

Taking his turn, Mr. Akugri educated the pupils on the supremacy of the 1992 Constitution and the duties of citizens under Article 41. He explained that every citizen has a responsibility to help protect public order, preserve national values, respect the rights of others, and contribute to Ghana’s democratic growth.

He also reminded the pupils that children are entitled to protection from abuse, neglect, harmful practices, and unsafe online conduct. He noted that laws such as the Children’s Act and the Cybersecurity Act provide safeguards against online threats, harassment, unlawful access, and the misuse of digital systems.

The engagement ended with a call on pupils to use digital platforms responsibly, protect their personal information, respect the Constitution, and promote truth, safety, and national values both online and offline.