By Michael Foli Jackidy
Ho (V/R), March 28, GNA – The Emmanuel Methodist Basic School has emerged as the winner of the 2025 Ho Municipal Constitutional Game competition, organised by the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE).
The school outperformed Ho-Bankoe EP Basic School and two other competitors in an event aimed at promoting constitutional literacy among students.
The competition, which brought together members of the NCCE Civic Education Clubs from four schools—Ho-Bankoe RC Girls Basic, Emmanuel Methodist JHS, St. George Anglican Basic, and Ho-Bankoe EP Basic School—was held under the theme: “Ghana’s Future, Our Collective Responsibility.”
Rev. Vincent Adzika, the NCCE Ho Municipal Director, in his welcome address on Tuesday, March 25, in Ho, emphasized that the event was more than just a competition.
“This is an opportunity for students to deepen their understanding of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, which serves as the foundation of our democracy, rights, and responsibilities as citizens,” he said.
He encouraged the competing schools to see the event as a learning experience, highlighting the importance of civic values such as honesty, respect, and communalism.
The Ghana Constitution Game board, developed by the NCCE over 25 years ago, has been a fundamental tool in civic education.
It combines education with entertainment—a concept known as “edutainment”—to make learning about the constitution more engaging and impactful.
Each year in March, recognized as Ghana’s Independence and Heritage Month, the NCCE organizes special activities to promote national identity and civic responsibility.
This year, the commission chose to celebrate the month uniquely by bringing Civic Education Club members together for this interactive competition.
“The 1992 Constitution has stood the test of time for 32 years, and it is important that young people understand and uphold its principles,” Rev. Adzika stated.
The Volta Regional Director of NCCE, Mr. Kenneth Kponor, urged students to put into practice everything they learned during the competition.
“Once you understand what you have learned, practicing it will be very easy,” he noted.
He also warned students about the dangers of drug abuse, stating that data indicates an increasing number of young people, particularly those between 10 and 20 years old, are engaging in substance use.
Mr. Israel Aklorbortu, from the Children’s Department of the Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection, also addressed the participants, urging them to take an active role in shaping Ghana’s future.
“As children, you have a responsibility to care for the environment by preventing littering and educating others about its importance. You should also promote peace, unity, and cultural diversity while avoiding discrimination,” he advised.
He further encouraged students to develop positive attitudes and values, emphasising honesty, respect, discipline, and hard work as key traits for personal and national development.
The competition was made possible through the support of the Government of Ghana, with additional sponsorship from organizations such as Plan International Ghana and Pencils of Promise.
Participants received various educational materials as awards, including souvenirs, pens, mathematical sets, and exercise books.
Plan International Ghana donated Note 3 and Note 1 exercise books, while every participating student also received at least one exercise book as a token of appreciation.
The event concluded with cheers from students and teachers, reinforcing the importance of civic education in nurturing responsible and informed future leaders.
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