NCCE Urges Responsible Digital Citizenship During Constitution Week in Ga South

The Ga South Municipal Directorate of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has urged citizens to uphold the 1992 Constitution and use digital platforms responsibly as part of activities marking the 2026 Constitution Week Celebration.

The celebration, held under the theme, “Upholding Our Constitution in the Digital Age: Our Collective Responsibility,” took place on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Tomefa and Kokrobite within the Ga South Municipality.

Officers of the Directorate, including Madam Mabel Sroda Ahiagba, Assistant Director; Madam Rita Dzifa Aklinu, Civic Education Officer; Mr. Abraham Amankwah Adjei, Assistant Civic Education Officer; and Mr. Dan Abonyi Yamoah, Assistant Civic Education Officer, engaged congregations of twelve churches to educate them on responsible digital citizenship and constitutional responsibilities.

The officers explained that while technology and social media continue to improve communication, education, business, and civic participation, the misuse of digital platforms poses serious threats to national peace and democratic stability.

They identified challenges such as misinformation, cybercrime, online fraud, impersonation, hate speech, cyberbullying, online abuse, and divisive tribal comments as growing concerns in the digital space. According to the officers, irresponsible use of social media can undermine public trust, fuel ethnic tension, and create confusion during elections and other national activities. They therefore encouraged citizens to avoid spreading false information and engaging in speech that promotes hatred or discrimination.

Reference was made to Article 21(1)(a) of the 1992 Constitution, which guarantees freedom of speech and expression. However, the officers stressed that such freedoms must be exercised responsibly and within the law.

They also highlighted Articles 41(b) and 41(c) of the Constitution, which require citizens to uphold and defend the Constitution and to promote national unity and harmony.

The officers further educated participants on laws that promote safety and accountability online, including the Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1038) and the Electronic Transactions Act, 2008 (Act 772).

The programme concluded with a call on citizens, particularly the youth, to become responsible digital citizens and contribute positively to national development by promoting peaceful coexistence and unity among all ethnic groups.